Japanese Breakfast & Jeff Bridges: New Album & Tour Updates 2025

05 May, 2025

Can a musical collaboration redefine the boundaries of indie pop and unveil hidden depths of emotion? Japanese Breakfast's latest album, "for melancholy brunettes (& sad women)," featuring a surprising duet with the iconic Jeff Bridges, promises precisely that a sonic tapestry woven with threads of yearning, nostalgia, and unexpected artistry.

In an exclusive interview, the artist, Michelle Zauner, also known as Japanese Breakfast, revealed the journey of how she convinced Jeff Bridges, an actor known for his roles in films like "The Big Lebowski," to lend his distinctive voice to her new album. This collaboration is just one of the many surprises within "for melancholy brunettes (& sad women)," an album that showcases Zauner's evolution as a songwriter and storyteller. Released on March 21st, the album threads together ten songs into a cohesive record full of nostalgia and pining.

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Full Name	Michelle Zauner
Born	March 9, 1989 (age 35)
Origin	Seoul, South Korea
Genres	Indie Pop, Dream Pop, Shoegaze
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter, Author
Instruments	Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards
Years Active	2013-Present
Associated Acts	Little Big League, Bumper
Notable Works	"Psychopomp" (2016), "Soft Sounds from Another Planet" (2017), "Jubilee" (2021), "Crying in H Mart" (2021)
Record Labels	Yellow K Records, Dead Oceans
Website	Japanese Breakfast Official Website

The album, "for melancholy brunettes (& sad women)," acts as a welcome surprise; a departure in sound from previous releases. The inclusion of Jeff Bridges as a duet partner, in a song titled "men in bars," adds a unique dimension to the project and ties the album together, weaving a narrative of heartbreak and reflection. The decision to remake "Men in Bars," originally released as "Ballad 0" in the 2020 EP "Pop Songs" under the name Bumper, showcases Zauner's evolution and creative exploration.

The duet, "men in bars," follows a relationship nearing a violent end, where recollections of a happy courtship surface, tinged with the impending doom of infidelity and the destruction that follows. Its a murder ballad, evoking the spirit of "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town,". The unexpected pairing of Zauner's vocals with Bridges' gruff tones results in an emotionally raw timbre, offering one of the most special moments on the record.

The album's release on March 21st, 2025, was highly anticipated. The production, helmed by Blake Mills, ensures a polished and cohesive sound. The fourth studio album by Japanese Breakfast, this work sees the artist navigating new musical terrain. The "men in bars" track and the overall thematic approach have been major talking points, especially considering the artists previously established style. The fusion of Zauner's indie-pop sensibility with the country-tinged narrative, amplified by Bridges' presence, illustrates a daring artistic move.

The album also touches upon themes of self-reflection, with the track "Magic Mountain" addressing the narcissism inherent in the music-making profession. This song, set to be a crucial part of the album, showcases how the artist confronts the realities of her career and artistic journey.

Japanese Breakfast is currently touring in support of her new album, the tour is titled "The Melancholy Tour". Fans can look forward to performances at the Coachella Music and Arts Festival in Indio, CA, and the Moody Theater (ACL Live) in Austin, TX.

The fourth studio album released by the American indie pop band Japanese Breakfast, produced by Blake Mills, promises to be a standout project, a testament to Zauners musical versatility. Zauner has been described as needing to rethink her future in order to make her new album and it has been a resounding success.

The inclusion of Jeff Bridges is not just a guest appearance but an integral part of the storytelling, illustrating a relationships disintegration through vocal harmonies and lyrical depth. The collaboration with Jeff Bridges makes "for melancholy brunettes (& sad women)" a compelling listen, setting the stage for a significant chapter in Japanese Breakfast's career, continuing her role as a prominent indie rock musician.

Japanese Breakfast's 2025 tour dates include:

04/12 & 19 Indio, CA @ Coachella Music and Arts Festival
04/23 Austin, TX @ Moody Theater (ACL Live)

With "for melancholy brunettes (& sad women)", Japanese Breakfast continues to defy expectations, offering a mature and emotionally resonant work. The duet with Jeff Bridges is one element of the album that sets it apart, demonstrating an artistic courage that defines her career.

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