Benjamin David, known professionally as Mild Minds, has confirmed the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album, set to arrive via ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective in February 2025. Accompanying the announcement is the first single from the album, “TEARDROPS,” which offers fans a captivating introduction to the next phase of Mild Minds’ sound. In addition, Mild Minds has unveiled an extensive North American and European tour to support the new album.
“TEARDROPS” and Album Details:
The new single, “TEARDROPS,” showcases Mild Minds’ signature fusion of intricate electronic compositions and emotive soundscapes. Building on the unique atmospheric style of his critically acclaimed debut album ‘MOOD’, this new track continues to push the boundaries of David’s artistry. The track delivers a fresh take on club music with its blend of breaks, ethereal vocals, and melancholic R&B influences, setting the tone for a reflective and textured listening experience.
In his upcoming album, Benjamin David delves into a contemplative exploration of humanity in the digital age. He reflects, “The album brings together sounds you would normally hear only in club genres and recontextualizes them, paired with melancholic emotions that one wouldn’t usually hear transcribed by such sounds.” Sonically, the album pays homage to early 2000s trance and R&B, blending airy pads and chopped samples to create a futuristic yet nostalgic soundscape.
Tour Announcement:
To celebrate the release, Mild Minds will embark on a major tour, starting on February 7, 2025, in Washington, DC. The tour promises to be a multisensory journey, translating the album’s intricate textures into a live performance with stops at iconic venues such as Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg, Los Angeles‘ El Rey Theatre, and San Francisco’s Bimbo’s 365 Club.
Mild Minds Tour Dates:
- February 7, 2025 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis
- February 8, 2025 – Brooklyn, NY – Music Hall of Williamsburg
- February 21, 2025 – Montreal, QC – Bar Le Ritz PDB
- February 22, 2025 – Toronto, ON – Velvet Underground
- March 7, 2025 – Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theatre
- March 8, 2025 – Seattle, WA – Neumos
- March 21, 2025 – San Diego, CA – Music Box
- March 22, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre
- April 4, 2025 – San Francisco, CA – Bimbo’s 365 Club
- April 18, 2025 – Denver, CO – Bluebird Theater
- April 19, 2025 – Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall
Tickets will be available starting Friday, September 27th, at 10 AM local time on www.mildminds.com.
A Year of Growth and Expansion:
The album and tour announcements come during a prolific period for Mild Minds, who recently launched his own label, MOODS INTL. His collaboration project LUV HRTS with Victor Pakpour of Ruby Haunt has also garnered critical acclaim, with singles like “U REALLY HURT ME” and “CAN WE DO BETTER?” receiving support from BBC Radio 1 and Mixmag.
Mild Minds has quickly solidified his place as a trailblazer in the electronic music scene. With over 200 million streams and a growing global fanbase, his new album promises to further cement his status as one of the most innovative and emotive voices in the genre.
Stream “TEARDROPS” now on Foreign Family Collective.
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