After years of leaving his mark on the underground scene through magnetic live performances, Jackson Englund steps into a brand new era with “Konichiwa,” the lead single from his forthcoming album “Shadow Work.” Known for co-founding the record label and event series Gari Safari and his work as singer and co-producer of Mont Blvck, he is no stranger to the inner workings of electronic music. Yet this time, the journey feels more intimate, forged in solitude and transformation.
“Konichiwa” feels like an invitation to shed old skin and step into the unknown. With its immersive bassline, retro synths, and Jackson’s smooth, magnetic vocals, the track balances late-’80s nostalgia with forward-thinking sound design. The result is hypnotic: a relaxing yet gripping piece that draws you in with understated elegance and richness.
The song’s multidimensional energy is no accident. While Jackson’s signature voice remains front and center, “Konichiwa” is the product of an expert team. Co-written and initially produced with Lee Curtiss, the track was further refined by Jean Michelle Lapointe, with additional contributions from legendary session players Kim Bullard (synths) and Matt Bissonette (bass), both touring musicians with Elton John.
The single is accompanied by a surreal, dreamlike music video that follows an enigmatic woman through a series of shifting, otherworldly locations. With a visual aesthetic that evokes David Lynch, the video mirrors the song’s emotional arc: cryptic, hypnotic, and strangely comforting. It’s a fitting visual counterpart to a song that feels both personal and universal.
If “Konichiwa” is any indication, “Shadow Work” promises to be a compelling exploration of vulnerability and growth, delivered through lush, immersive electronic soundscapes. The track signals a turning point, a leap into a richer, more vulnerable dimension of who he is as an artist.
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