Mild Minds has today released his new single titled ‘I Need U’ from his upcoming album ‘Gemini’ dropping on February 25th via Foreign Family Collective.
The depth of meaning in art, any art, is subjective as much as it is universal in perspective truth. ‘I Need U’ captures that guttural of clarity and feeling with a beat set to motion and an orchestral electronic flair that appeals to masses of all ages.
While this is clearly a dance track, there sparks of life from many influences and traces of emotion that anyone normal should feel. This is that sense of longing deep down inside, found only in that place we fear to tread.
About ‘I Need U’
Driven by luminous chord progressions and captivating vocal elements, ‘I Need U’ embodies a profound sense of longing that perfectly captures the emotional depth of the upcoming album. The track serves as an ideal introduction to Mild Minds’ evolved sound, where contemporary club music elements interweave with deeply personal sentiment.
About ‘Gemini’
Where David’s 2020 debut album ‘MOOD’ represented a creative revelation and risk-taking departure from his behind-the-scenes work, ‘Gemini’ emerges as a testament to that artistic leap’s rewards. The album references turn-of-the-century underground club music, utilizing dynamic breaks, atmospheric textures, and chopped 2000’s R&B samples alongside early trance influences and ethereal vocals. This sonic foundation creates an unprecedented dialogue across the album between club-focused elements and melancholic emotions rarely explored in dance music.
On ‘Gemini’, human existence is contrasted with stark digital pads and re-sampled drum breaks, bringing on a sense of humanity in dystopia. This theme extends into the album’s visual identity, where rooms with transparent digital screens are filled with lush imagery of nature — a poignant juxtaposition between the digital and tangible universe. The visual campaign’s transparent devices and album name serve as a nod to the early 2000s while speaking to our current reality.
At the heart of David’s forthcoming album lies a poignant reflection on humanity in a digital age. Benjamin David explains, “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.”
The forthcoming album will stand as Mild Minds’ second full body of work released on Foreign Family Collective, following his critically lauded 2020 debut ‘MOOD.’ This new album promises to push the boundaries of David’s artistry, seamlessly blending his signature emotive electronica with unexplored sonic territories. Sonically, the album references turn of the century club music, utilizing breaks, airy pads, and chopped 2000’s R&B samples, a nod to early trance and ethereal bittersweet vocals. The album is poised to showcase Mild Minds’ development as a producer, delving deeper into the intersection of organic and electronic soundscapes that have become his hallmark.
About Mild Minds
Mild Minds, the brainchild of GRAMMY®-nominated producer Benjamin David, has always been a conduit for exploring the intersection of human emotion and technological progress. With his sophomore album ‘GEMINI’, set for release early 2025 via ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective, David pushes this exploration to new heights, crafting a sonic landscape that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. This highly anticipated follow-up to his acclaimed 2020 debut ‘MOOD’ marks a bold evolution in David’s artistic journey.
At the core of David’s artistic identity is a belief in electronic music’s power to express complex emotions. ‘GEMINI’ exemplifies this ethos, reimagining turn-of-the-century club sounds through a lens of introspection and melancholy. The album weaves breaks, airy pads, and chopped 2000’s R&B samples with nods to early trance and UK garage, leaving a sonic fingerprint that is at once nostalgic and startlingly contemporary.
At the heart of ‘GEMINI’ lies a poignant reflection on humanity in a digital age. Benjamin David explains, “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.” This unique approach is evident in tracks like “LAST CHANCE”, “EMPTY SPACE”, and “GEMINI”, where familiar club elements take on new emotional depth. David’s artistic vision extends beyond sound, encompassing a striking visual campaign that echoes the album’s themes. Stark rooms with transparent screens displaying faded nature scenes create a multi-sensory experience, challenging listeners to find warmth and connection in an increasingly digital reality.
Since Mild Minds’ emergence in 2018, David has consistently pushed boundaries and defied genre conventions. Drawing inspiration from human movement, patterns, and artificial intelligence, he crafts soundscapes that are as intellectually stimulating as they are emotionally evocative. His debut album ‘MOOD’ earned widespread acclaim, including a shortlist nomination for the Australian Music Prize, and has amassed over 200 million streams. The project has garnered remixes from visionary artists like Jacques Greene and DJ Boring, while a remix of “SWIM” by ford. earned Mild Minds a GRAMMY® nomination.
In the intervening years between ‘MOOD’ and ‘GEMINI’, David has expanded his artistic vision beyond Mild Minds. In 2024, he launched MOODS INTL., his own record label providing a platform for both emerging and established artists. This entrepreneurial spirit complements his continued relationship with Foreign Family Collective, allowing David to nurture new talent while pushing his own artistry to new heights.
As Mild Minds prepares to tour extensively in support of ‘GEMINI’, Benjamin David remains committed to his core artistic principles: emotional authenticity, sonic innovation, and a deep respect for electronic music’s transformative power. The album stands as a testament to his unique ability to blend underground club culture with contemporary production, creating a sound that’s both familiar and groundbreaking.
With each release, David invites listeners to join him on a journey of introspection and revelation. ‘GEMINI’ is no exception – it’s a powerful reminder of the profound human connection that can be forged through sound, even in our increasingly digital world.
