Description
V is the fifth studio release from New Zealand’s Unknown Mortal Orchestra, arriving on 17 March 2023 via Jagjaguwar. Recorded amidst the stark landscapes of Palm Springs, California, and the vibrant shores of Hilo, Hawai’i, this album stands as the quintessential expression of the band’s sound. Helmed by Hawaiian-New Zealand musician Ruban Nielson, V blends West Coast AOR influences, classic pop sensibilities, experimental oddities, and Hawaiian Hapa-haole traditions. Nielson’s most refined craftsmanship yet captures sunny vistas and relaxed beachside moods, while subtly addressing the underlying complexities beneath seemingly flawless surfaces.