ASOF007: Auntie Flo - In My Dreams (I'm A Bird And I'm Free) - new album 21/11/24

Pre-order the new Auntie Flo album now, featuring collabs with Nicola Cruz, Joshua Idehen, Shingai Shoniwa and more, and songs recorded in Goa, Istanbul, Nairobi, Mexico City, Waiheke Island, Rio...

Today, we’re excited to announce a new album by Auntie Flo - In My Dreams (I'm A Bird And I'm Free).

Watch this little teaser video:

It will be released on the 21st of November on limited edition purple vinyl, digital download and across all streaming sites.

Pre-order now and receive 'Green City' and the new single 'Aker The Lion God'. All Bandcamp purchases receive a limited edition poster and sticker pack, designed by Indian designer Sijya Gupta.

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Over five years in the making, the album is a rich blend of electronic music, live instrumentation, and global influences features collaborations with the likes of Nicola Cruz, Joshua Idehen, Shingai Shoniwa, Yohan Kebede (Kokoroko) and even his Goan Auntie Florie, where the Auntie Flo moniker is derived from. Each track on the album transports you to a different location: Goa, Istanbul, Nairobi, Mexico City, Waiheke Island, Rio De Janeiro, Havana, Seoul are all destinations to nest in across its ten tracks.

Auntie Flo’s latest body of work is the culmination of a five-year journey that has seen d’Souza expand both personally and musically. Known for his unique ability to fuse electronic sounds with rhythms and influences from across the globe, d’Souza takes his craft to new heights in this album, offering listeners an intimate look into the experiences, places, and stories that have shaped his artistic evolution. The groundbreaking DJ and producer presents an expansive, deeply personal exploration of global sounds, collaboration, and migration.

Following the success of the Afro-disco single Green City—a dynamic tribute to the legendary Fela Kuti and Luke Una’s ‘Track of the Year’ (see the video above) - In My Dreams (I’m A Bird and I’m Free) ventures further into uncharted musical territory. The album, however, is more than just a continuation of Auntie Flo’s signature sound. It is a reflection of d’Souza’s life and career, capturing his exploration of identity, migration, and cultural fusion. With tracks that draw inspiration from field recordings collected around the world, the album resonates with a profound sense of place and memory.

In My Dreams (I’m A Bird and I’m Free) is not only a reflection of d’Souza’s creative journey but also a commentary on migration—both human and musical. The album draws on the freedom of birds to migrate across borders as a metaphor for artistic and personal freedom, juxtaposed with the challenges that political barriers impose on human migration. As d’Souza explains, “Birds have the freedom to migrate wherever they choose, while humans face constant barriers”.

A State of Flo supports Earth Percent. 10% of the revenue generated from this release will be paid to environmental charities.

TRACKLIST

1. Nightjar

2. Green City

3. Bird's Eye View

4. çatlak patlak

5. Walk DF

6. Aker The Lion God

7. Freedom Of Birds

8. Nighthawk

9. Sandpiper

10. Auntie Flo RIP

LAUNCH PARTY

Finally, we’ll be having a special Launch Party on 21st Of November at Phonica Records 730-930pm. It’s free - save the date!

Thank you for your support :)