Japanese Breakfast's Michelle Zauner On Melancholy and Her New Album
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Michelle Zauner, the frontwoman of Japanese Breakfast, reflects on her artistic journey amidst personal loss and success. After her Grammy-nominated album Jubilee and bestselling memoir Crying in H Mart, Zauner faced industry challenges, notably with a film adaptation delayed due to Hollywood strikes. She shares a desire for creative evolution, aspiring to make an album infused with sensual synth sounds while committing to sobriety on tour. Her lyrics and public persona intertwine loss and resilience, showcasing her unique artistic voice.
"All of my ghosts are real, all of my ghosts are my home," Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast sings in her singular way - sweetness laced with sorrow.
With the Hollywood strikes, the adaptation of her bestselling memoir came to a grinding halt, highlighting the challenges artists face in the industry.
I probably am going to be sober for all of my tour time. If you're doing that every day, it takes a toll on you eventually.
I really want to make, like, a sexy album and I really want to work with the band Air. Let's just put that out into the world.
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