Joji Makes His Long-Awaited Comeback With “Pixelated Kisses” – Listen
The new single marks his first musical release in three years, following his third studio album, Smithereens.
Photographed by Evers Pund. Official press photo courtesy of Blackstar Entertainment.
Photographed by Evers Pund. Official press photo courtesy of Blackstar Entertainment.
Joji has made his long-awaited comebackComebackA comeback refers to an established artist or group's highly anticipated new release following a period of relative inactivity, a term borrowed from broader Asian pop industry convention. P-pop groupsGo to Comeback Glossary with his new single, “PIXELATED KISSES.“
The newly released track sees the beloved Japanese-Australian musician returning to his dark R&B and trip-hop sound, featuring the same moody, yet glitchy production style he’s become known for. Spanning a runtime just under two minutes, “PIXELATED KISSES” was self-written and self-produced by Joji himself, and marks his first release under Palace Creek and distributed by Virgin Music.
Together with the single’s release, an accompanying visualizer was also dropped, which was directed & edited by mamesjao. Check it out below:
“PIXELATED KISSES” marks Joji’s first musical release in three years, following his third studio albumStudio AlbumA studio album refers to a full-length musical release recorded and produced in a professional studio setting, distinct from live albums or compilation releases. Studio albums remain a significant artisticGo to Studio Album Glossary, Smithereens. The album featured the viral singles “Glimpse of Us”, “Die For You”, and “YUKON (INTERLUDE)” –– all of which have been added to his growing list of hit tracks, which include “SLOW DANCING IN THE DARK”, “Sanctuary”, and “Gimme Love.”
Joji largely disappeared from the public eye following the final few shows of his Pandemonium World TourWorld TourA series of concerts held across multiple countries and continents, usually to support a new album or career milestone. World tours demonstrate an artist's international reach, and Philippine stops haveGo to World Tour Glossary, the last of which was performed in Manila back in November of 2023. In Billboard Philippines‘ review of the show, it was noted that despite the artist feeling under the weather, he was still able to deliver his greatest hits in an energetic manner, even if it left audiences wanting more.
As we anticipate what lies ahead from Joji in the near future, listen to “PIXELATED DREAMS” below: