Acclaimed San Francisco-based lofi producer mr. hong unveiled his latest album Perfect Days on August 23rd 2024 via mr. hong music. The album is a sonic interpretation of the Wim Wenders’ 2023 film with the same name. mr. hong perceives music as a channel for emotions and experiences, and has achieved significant milestones in his illustrious career so far.
His music has been featured in advertising campaigns for the likes of Urban Outfitters, MAC Cosmetics, the NBA as well as UNIQLO, with the NEST HQ citing his music as “pure bliss.” mr. hong also boasts over a million streams and counting on Spotify for his single ‘one tiramisu to share’, and his track ‘Bittersweet Chocolate’ has over 2 million streams.
Perfect Days features 8 masterfully crafted tracks, including the album opener ‘komorebi’ which begins with a beautifully soothing piano melody, the sounds of birds chirping in the background and serene drum work. ‘Breakfast at Ikea’ is the second track on the album, and sees mr. hong collaborate with lofi producer Kalaido. It opens with a stunning vocal, samples of people at a cafe/restaurant in the background, and a cheeky yawn before the beat takes off. The album ends with the title track, a cascading array of intricate guitar chords, twinkling piano melody and powerful drums to round it off.
mr. hong shares; “I was very moved by Wim Wenders’ film, which I happened to see while visiting New York this past March. I feel like I’m starting the next chapter of my life. Last year, I got married. This year, I’m moving. My wife and I are planning to move to New York in October. I’ve lived in the San Francisco Bay Area for my entire life, and haven’t spent more than a month outside of my hometown. As we prepare for the change, I am scared yet excited for the unknown. ‘perfect days’ is a reminder to myself and my listeners to appreciate the little things in life, to embrace the change, and to be excited for the future. I hope you enjoy this project.”
mr. hong’s music feels like a warm, loving embrace from a long lost friend or family member. The love, intention and passion he infuses into his music is incredible and inspirational. Perfect Days is a striking piece of art that magnificently showcases his prowess as an artist.
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