Japanese Breakfast’s first two albums were made in times of grief, worries and anguish. However, for her upcoming third album Jubilee (out on 4 June), she chose a more buoyant and colourful approach. Inspired by records like Björk’s Homogenic, the songs are about ‘recalling the optimism of youth and applying it to adulthood’.

First single Be Sweet is a good example of what to expect. Michelle Zauner (Japanese Breakfast’s real name) wrote the track with Jack Tatum of Wild Nothing. Kickstarted by a great bass melody, it’s an energetic song with undeniable ‘80s synth-pop influences. A far cry from her earlier inspirations, like indie-rock and shoegaze.

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Werner Schlosser

I’m a music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Have been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, I developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart. CEO of Werner Bros. tekst | uitleg.