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Lenka begins brand new era with warmth, reflection
Accompanying the announcement of her upcoming album Good Days, Aussie singer-songwriter Lenka has returned with a new single Sunshine Girl, a pop song that marks her new creative chapter shaped by motherhood, reflection and a renewed sense of optimism.
“I started writing these lyrics when I was on a walk with my kids. As usual I had been trying to sugar-coat some terrible news from the world, keeping a sunny disposition whilst feeling down-hearted. Truth be told I am a moody person, but with a life-long attempt at projecting and manifesting optimism,” said Lenka.
The musical style for this song was somewhat influenced by 60s French chanteuses and Serge Gainsbourg“.
Softer, stripped-back direction
Recorded in Sydney and set to be released on May 29, Good Days will deliver an atmospheric, soul-tinged pop sound with plenty of horns, strings and layered vocals. It marks a return to an old-fashioned simplicity, where musicianship and songwriting lead the way and authenticity shines through.
Across the album, Lenka leans further into her identity as a whimsical indie pop storyteller that blends theatricality, warmth and introspection, while sending out a message of hope and love in an uncertain world.
Good Days is poised to be her most vibrant and emotionally resonant music to date, embracing both lightness and vulnerability in equal measure. Recorded with minimal edits and effects, the album captures a sense of immediacy and human connection, offering a touch of comfort amid an increasingly chaotic world.
Lasting Southeast Asian bond
Lenka’s unique blend of emotive, finely-crafted indie pop has long resonated with audiences across Asia and even Malaysia, where her music found a devoted following well before the age of TikTok virality.
Her nostalgia-tinged sound and heartfelt songwriting have in recent years brought her back to the region for multiple headline runs, including sold-out and fan-favourite shows across Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Bangkok and Singapore, reaffirming that Lenka is no stranger to Southeast Asian audiences, both old and new.
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