Andre 3000 - New Blue Sun Vinyl 3LP

“New Blue Sun represents a continued sense of adventure and discovery for me. Even in the meaning of my name, André 3000, there’s an idea of wonder—of looking ahead to what’s new or what’s next. That sense of discovery has appeared many times throughout my life and career, and it’s always exciting to witness. I say ‘witness’ because I’m experiencing it alongside everyone else; I never really know what will come, or how I’ll respond to or interpret the inspiration. We all have aspirations, ideas, and plans—but isn’t it the most beautiful thing when life takes you somewhere unexpected?

My entire career has been fueled by discovery. It’s the only thing that keeps me honest. New Blue Sun is the most honest and interesting offering I can give right now. I never could have imagined in high school, when I first started rapping and making music, that I’d be here today playing wind instruments. Life always surprises me—and I’m here for the ride.”
— André 3000

Best known as André 3000, André Benjamin is one of the most celebrated artists of the past three decades—an auteur whose work across music, film, fine art, and fashion continues to shape the global cultural landscape. As one half of Outkast, he helped establish an entirely new voice in hip-hop when the duo emerged in the early 1990s, redefining the possibilities of rap and popular music alike.