Works like this are the ones that keep the warm, kind part of this industry alive and afloat. Thanks, Q! It’s been two whole weeks since Qrion released her second artist album, We Are Always Under The Same Sky, so I know I’m quite late to the party. But I truly wanted to take this time to simmer each track in my head and appreciate the work put into this piece, because I’ve read the story, and it’s an act of respect on my end to take each song in with care and patience. Well, matter of fact, I’ve been following Momiji for years. She first popped onto my radar with the release of the Sapporo EP back in 2019, and then I got fully hooked with her ABGT350 performance that same year. What first stood out to me as a very shy Deep House variant, turned out to be a much more powerful expression of art coming from a culture that never ceases to amaze — Japan. She kicked off 2025 in full swing with this LP, one that shows not only auditive magic, but also personal growth. AI will cheesily tell you these days, “The album is more than just X — it’s Y“, but I really want to take this phrase to heart and say it out loud, meaning every single word that I’m about to say: Momi’s album is much more than just plain music — it’s a door to one of the most vulnerable corners of her life, self-forgiveness. Putting together a bunch of random, non-connected songs, calling it a day and releasing that as an album is one thing. Sharing a very personal and delicate matter through a number of songs that can all relate to each other, is completely different. Opening up is very difficult, let alone opening up to millions of spectators around the world. That takes courage. That’s the wonder of art: it heals. And as much as listeners can relate or have personal stories and memories linked to certain songs, the beautiful thing about music is that, when engineered in the correct way, has the power to heal the author itself. Qrion’s We Are Always Under The Same Sky shines a light on her darkest corners of life. I’ll let her comments answer for me: This album is a deeply personal reflection of my journey through some of the most challenging times in my life, including loneliness, addiction, and the struggle to rebuild myself during the pandemic. It represents my emotional and mental transformation from hitting rock bottom to finding self-love and forgiveness. The process of collaborating with amazing vocalists and working with Zee [Yorke] to bring my memories to life through visuals was significant. Every track and piece of artwork holds a personal story, and I hope these songs not only resonate with you but also offer a sense of connection. -Qrion The LP follows the release of Qrion’s 2021 debut album I Hope It Lasts Forever, which was hailed by Forbes as “stunning” and “a masterful production”. By openly addressing her struggles with addiction and recovery after her father’s passing, she imbues the theme of rebirth with a profound sense of poignancy and resilience in her new record. We Are Always Under The Same Sky represents the next phase of Qrion’s journey, written as a reflection of the past. And even though the minimalistic aspect of the music that got me into her still holds true, today’s Qrion sounds much more lively, and full of pride and power, which only matches the actual stage in which she describes herself feeling in life. The album is heavily tinted with melodic goodies, which make for a very uplifting listen. I had one pick, then I had two, then three… now I feel like I have five. So I’ll go with the two that marked my experience during first listen: ‘Goa‘ and ‘I Like You A Lot‘. The first time I listened to the album was while driving, and I vividly remember when ‘Goa’ came blasting through the car’s speakers, I started to swing my body from side to side. I’ve yet to understand what it means (although I’m assuming it’s got to do with memories made at the Indian location of the same name), but what it sparked in me was pure happiness, on a particular day in which I was struggling just a little bit more than usual. As for ‘I Like You A Lot’, I really dig how minimal it is, in the sense of how few elements are used to make a compelling, almost infectiously catchy product. By this point I was full-on vibing to the album in that same drive I just talked about, and this one was a new high for me. Complemented beautifully, of course, by the closing track, ‘Sad Song‘, which brought me back down to Earth in a very A&B-esque way, but also with a more melancholic, reflective tone. Tears were shed in the middle of rush hour. Hats off to this project. Finding peace through music is something I love to experience, and hearing about an artist healing wounds through their music hugs my soul in a way I can’t describe. In a world consumed by ego and hatred, growing aware of one’s issues and addressing them through composing is a very, VERY brave decision, almost as much as letting these feelings out to the world, risking appearing fragile. In the correct hands, fragility is welcomed, and hugged, and loved. And I believe Anjuna encompasses those hands perfectly, and there couldn’t have been a better home for this album. Thanks Momi for this collection. Listen to Qrion‘s brand-new album We Are Always Under The Same Sky, by hitting the ‘Play‘ button on the Spotify player below. Also, click here to support the release on your platform of choice. Be sure to follow our page to stay up to date on the latest news and views regarding our beloved Dance music industry.Qrion Shares Deeply Personal Sophomore Album, We Are Always Under The Same Sky
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