The new studio album from RJD2, ‘Dame Fortune’, continues the sonic exploration that was started 14 years ago on his seminal debut, ‘Deadringer’. An entirely self-produced and engineered affair, longtime vocal collaborators appear here in the form of Blueprint, Son Little (aka Aaron Livingston, the other half of the Icebird duo), Phonte Coleman and Jordan Brown, along with newcomer Josh Krajcik (runner up on the 2011 season of X-Factor).

Always soulful, perpetually psychedelic, this album has found the lost threads connecting Aloe Blacc, Tangerine Dream and King Crimson. From the jagged, angular deconstruction of ‘A New Theory’ and ‘The Sheboygan Left’, to the poignant elegance of ‘Peace Of What’ and ‘We Come Alive’, ‘Dame Fortune’ further cements RJD2 as a force to be reckoned with behind the boards.

RJD2 catalogue has over 250k units sold worldwide and has previously released on XL Recordings & Definite Jux. There’s support for first single from Rolling Stone, Spin, Complex, Pitchfork, Stereogum, Fact Magazine and Brooklyn Vegan.

“Funky and upbeat backdrop that pairs well with Jordan Brown’s smooth vocals” – Complex Mag

“The album maintains RJD2’s hip-hop-leaning production style and experimental streak, but was also inspired by the soul music of his hometown” – Rolling Stone

“Right horns, cleverly syncopated drums, and rhythmic string flourishes bolster warm, stirring vocals” – Stereogum