Ever-evolving duo ANOTR (anotr.music) redefines their sound with their bold and boundary-pushing second album, “On A Trip,” out now via their own imprint No Art. Featuring shimmering disco, hypnotic alt-soul, raw post-punk/krautrock, and uplifting indie dance, the album marks the duo’s most experimental and introspective work to date ahead of their world tour.
Written and recorded during a series of psychedelic creative retreats in Ibiza, Los Angeles, and the Netherlands, “On A Trip” captures ANOTR’s artistic evolution, fueled by microdosing psilocybin mushrooms to unlock new creative pathways. These mind-expanding experiences allowed the duo to break free from their club-focused house roots, embracing live instrumentation and recording their own vocals for the first time on standout tracks like SET IT ON FIRE, Care For You, Bad Trip, and Living In A Dream.
ANOTR ‘On A Trip’ – 004 Currency feat. Cimafunk & PAMÉ
The album features collaborations with GRAMMY-nominated Cuban artist Cimafunk, PAMÉ, Kurtis Wells, Leven Kali, Tyler Daley, and Erik Bandt. Previously shared singles 24 (Turn It Up), How You Feel, and SET IT ON FIRE hint at the expansive sonic palette, while the disco-infused focus track Currency and alt-soul single Care For You further highlight their evolution from their early tech house-orientated sound.
In their own words, ANOTR explains, “It’s the scariest thing we’ve ever done music-wise, but we had a lot of fun doing it.”
This creative transformation began during the COVID pandemic when ANOTR started hosting retreats, a tradition they’ve continued ever since.
“We rent a house in the middle of nowhere, surround ourselves with nature, and invite friends, family, and musicians to connect. We go for walks, make dinner, and talk a lot. The studio is always there when we feel like it, and the music comes from a place of want, not need.”
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“On A Trip” delves into themes of self-discovery, connection, and how the duo view the world. “After our last album, we tried making the same music, but it didn’t feel right. So, we started every project with a blank canvas, experimenting with tempos and breaking boundaries. It’s about stepping outside of our comfort zone again,” they share.
The retreats, fueled by psilocybin mushrooms and connection with loved ones, allowed ANOTR to explore deeper, more introspective themes. This sense of freedom and creativity shines through on the album, a continuation of the experimental sound they began on their 2022 debut, “The Reset.”
Through their acclaimed label and event series No Art, ANOTR has cultivated a global community of adoring like-minded fans, hosting sold-out events in São Paulo, Ibiza, Athens, Miami, and beyond. As they look to the future, the duo is dreaming up a permanent retreat house and studio in The Netherlands to nurture their creativity. Get tickets from Ticketmaster.com to see ANOTR perform LIVE on tour.
Listen to ANOTR’s “On A Trip” Album
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