Blue Lake - The Animal (Transparent Orange Vinyl) Vinyl LP

Blue Lake’s The Animal marks Jason Dungan’s most ambitious work to date, harnessing the collective alchemy of his band across ten spirited tracks that radiate directness and an ecological connection to the wider world. For the first time, Dungan introduces the voice as an instrument, unlocking song-like qualities that enrich his acoustic palette. The album opens with “Circles,” where choral voices rise in unison like birdsong, blending seamlessly into the surrounding soundscape. The ensemble is bold and grounded, providing an organic backdrop to Dungan’s zither, guitars, and percussive textures. With longtime mixing collaborator Jeff Zeigler capturing the full vibrancy of the group and Danish producer Aske Zidore encouraging freer creative processes, the result is a sound both expansive and alive with discovery.

The Animal represents a kind of musical metamorphosis—still rooted in the acoustic, yet more amplified and dynamic. Blue Lake now embodies true collaboration, a shared creative current that channels Dungan’s vision into a harmonious, collective expression. The album stands as a celebration of connection and renewal, reaffirming Dungan’s place as a transformative force in contemporary music.