Japanese Breakfast Announces New Album Release

News Summary

Japanese Breakfast is set to release their new album ‘For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)’ on March 21, 2025. The album promises a departure from their previous DIY approach and explores themes of European Romanticism. The lead single ‘Orlando In Love’ is already available, and the band will kick off their North American and European tour at Coachella in April 2025. Pre-sale tickets will begin on January 8, 2025.

Big News Coming from Japanese Breakfast!

Excitement is in the air as the beloved indie pop band, Japanese Breakfast, unveils their brand new album titled For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women). Set to drop on March 21, 2025, via Dead Oceans, this upcoming album is expected to make waves in the music scene.

The Album Details

Fans of Japanese Breakfast can look forward to the lead single “Orlando In Love,” which has already been released, giving a taste of what’s to come. This album marks a significant moment for the band as it is considered their first full-fledged studio project, diverging from their usual DIY methods that have shaped their previous works.

This new album follows the critically acclaimed 2021 release, Jubilee, which received a Grammy nomination, and the heartfelt memoir, Crying In H Mart, penned by the band’s frontwoman, Michelle Zauner. Produced by the talented Grammy-Award winner Blake Mills—who has worked with artists like Feist and Perfume Genius—the new material is anticipated to bring a fresh yet heartfelt experience.

Inspiration and Themes

Diving deep into European Romanticism, the album takes a different direction compared to their previous work, Soft Sounds from Another Planet, which had a more sci-fi vibe. This new thematic approach seems to reflect a more personal and emotional journey for Zauner, who expressed feeling enticed by her artistic desires while also confronting the risks that come with them.

What’s On the Tracklist?

Hungry for a sneak peek? The album will feature a total of ten tracks, including:

Here is Someone
Orlando in Love
Honey Water
Mega Circuit
Little Girl
Leda
Picture Window
Men in Bars (feat. Jeff Bridges)
Winter in LA
Magic Mountain

This eclectic mix is bound to resonate with listeners, showcasing a range of emotions and experiences.

2025 Tour Dates

As if the album announcement wasn’t enough, Japanese Breakfast is also hitting the road! They will kick off their North American and European tour starting with performances at the iconic Coachella festival on April 12 and 19, 2025.

In the U.S., fans can expect to see them in cities such as Austin, Dallas, Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Chicago, Detroit, Toronto, Boston, and Brooklyn, among others. They won’t stop there; the European leg of the tour will take them to Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Manchester, Glasgow, London, Paris, and Bilbao. They’ll wrap up the tour back in the U.S. at The Armory in Minneapolis on September 9, 2025.

How to Get Tickets

Mark your calendars! An exclusive pre-sale for tickets will start on January 8, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time, followed by general sales launching on January 10, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time. Don’t miss your chance to snag tickets to see this phenomenal band live!

With an eagerly awaited album and an exciting tour on the horizon, 2025 is set to be a phenomenal year for Japanese Breakfast and their fans. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches!