The New Citizen Kane - The Tales of Morpheus

On Rotation: THE NEW CITIZEN KANE - THE TALES OF OF MORPHEUS (Album)

The New Citizen Kane, a London-based artist and producer, released his latest album “The Tales of Morpheus.” With 21 tracks that have a run time of an hour and 15 minutes, the album is many things in one, including personal and genre diverse. Mixing the best of electronic music with the charm of indie pop, new wave, nu disco, jazz, and even a bit of bossa nova influences, The New Citizen Kane released something that has never been done before.

So yes,“The Tales of Morpheus” is unique in its range of influences, but also its lyricism and honest storytelling. Afterall, this idea for the project came when The New Citizen Kane was going through a season of anxiety and self-reflection. Thus, the album consists of tracks that focus on the idea of finding your true identity and strong emotions that come with that. Furthermore, The New Citizen Kane’s songwriting is introspective, but also fun as he manages to mix serious moments with also his own personal wit.

Among the highlights of the 21 tracks is “Killer Charisma,” which takes the title of lead single with its funk production. Beneath the catchy beats, the lyrics explore self discovery and showcase the power of music to be the light at the end of a tunnel when going through a dark time. Notably, the song is clever as it reflects society’s obsession with social media and celebrity life. Meanwhile, another standout track is “Stupid Blue,” which takes a different turn as it features bluesy guitar overtop trip-hop beats. All about toxic relationships, the track perfectly tells the story of giving into something that you know is harmful. Other notable moments on the album include the electronica-infused “Morpheus (Made of Dreams),” which features the ROLI airwave to create its it’s voluminous and full sound, as well as “Buy Me A Ticket,” which is a synth-pop escape that features a Cajun-inspired guitar. Lastly, “Endless Summer” is a track that was originally written in Casablanca and focuses on the beauty of nostalgia - perhaps making it the perfect backing track for your next Instagram reel.

With a unique sound and vision, “The Tales of Morpheus” shows that The New Citizen Kane is a “one to watch voice” in indie-electronic music. For those looking for a longer-length album that is full of depth and artistry, this 21-track release from The New Citizen Kane should be streamed ASAP.