Cloonee Reveals His Highly Anticipated Debut Album, ‘Are You Still You?’

Cloonee Unveils His Long-Awaited Debut Album, ‘Are You Still You?’

Cloonee, the founder of Hellbent Records, has released his highly anticipated debut album, Are You Still You?, through Good Music For Bad People and Hellbent Records. This project consists of 16 tracks, showcasing a dynamic range of sounds and themes that explore identity and transformation amid a constantly changing landscape.

Contents

Cloonee Unveils His Long-Awaited Debut Album, ‘Are You Still You?’

The Central Question of Identity
Collaborations and Unique Connections
A Narrative Through Statement Singles
Rise to Promise
A Reflection of the Artist
Tracklist Overview

The Central Question of Identity

At the heart of Are You Still You? lies a profound question: What does it mean to remain true to oneself while everything around you evolves? Throughout his artistic journey, Cloonee has experienced constant growth, leading to calls for both the “old Cloonee” and new directions. Instead of choosing one path over another, this album deftly combines various elements of his career to form a cohesive narrative that reflects his artistic evolution.

Cloonee has approached this project with an understanding that he is not bound to a single iteration of his musical self. Instead, the album reflects his journey by weaving together past influences with current innovations and future possibilities. The result is a rich tapestry of sounds that captures everything Cloonee has been, what he currently embodies, and the direction in which he is heading.

Collaborations and Unique Connections

A key aspect of Are You Still You? is the talented array of collaborators Cloonee has united for this project. The album features notable collaborations with artists like Prospa on “Good Girl,” which followed the chart-topping success of their previous track “Free Your Mind.” Joining Cloonee are Chris Lake, Chris Lorenzo, Joseph Capriati, SOSA, Yandel, Ranger Trucco, Tocadisco, ATLAC, Galo, Fallon, and Sirolf, each bringing a distinct flavor and energy to the record.

In addition to these collaborations, Cloonee also ventures into solo territory with tracks like “Why Does Your Love Hurt So Much?” and “Menealo.” The brief interlude, “Kill The Noise,” features the artistry of Harvey Whyte, adding another layer to the album’s rich soundscape.

A Narrative Through Statement Singles

The album’s narrative began to unfold through a series of statement singles that provided windows into its diverse sonic landscape. “Good Girl,” a collaboration with Prospa and Tristan Henry, was particularly significant in re-establishing Cloonee’s presence following his summer breakout. Another track, “Get Up And Dance,” produced alongside Franky Rizardo, became a highly sought-after ID during the summer of 2023 prior to its official release. As the album’s launch approached, tracks such as “Back Of The Club” and “Movimiento” further illustrated the multifaceted nature of both Cloonee and his debut album.

Rise to Promise

Cloonee has built a career grounded in progression, carving out his niche as an artist and DJ while driving Hellbent Records towards new horizons. The success of “Free Your Mind,” which reached #1 on the UK Official Dance Singles Chart, Beatport, and Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, propelled him into the mainstream. This pattern of evolution continues with Are You Still You?, as Cloonee’s ability to reinvent himself keeps the anticipation for this release ignited.

A Reflection of the Artist

The makeup of Are You Still You? embodies a philosophy of artistic experimentation. It is not merely a reflection on what Cloonee has achieved but also a declaration of all the possibilities that lie ahead. By integrating first-time collaborations with tracks that revisit the sounds defining his earlier works, the album delineates a narrative arc rather than a retrospective analysis.