My Friend The Chimpanzee is an enigmatic duo of Josef Umschaid and Lukas Wieser who coalesce their talents to create a larger-than-life sonic experience. The two crossed paths through an old band project that Lukas was working for. What began as a collaboration, soon transformed into a strong partnership committed towards musical innovation. With Josef at the helm of beats and FX, and Lukas joining in with guitar, synth, and vocals, this band creates a mind-boggling energy that completely immerses your senses. They draw inspiration from an array of artists like John Frusciante, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Modest Mouse, and Arcade Fire. Joseph and Lukas are going strong as they have a plethora of new tracks lined up for release in 2024. They believe not only in music creation but also in forging genuine connect with the listeners and integrating them into their own journey thus proving a collaborative experience to them. Driven by their shared passion for music, this duo is striving continuously to elevate their artistry to new heights.

“My Friend
The Chimpanzee’s new album 2Paradise has you tightly clutched in its ethereal
melodies and jolts your soul into awakening.”

Crafted at Josef’s studio, My Friend The Chimpanzee’s latest album “2Paradise” is a three-track musical masterpiece that stands as a testament to the symbiotic partnership between Josef and Lukas. Together they have crafted a musical experience that goes beyond conventional categorization. The album is polished to perfection by Joseph’s deft hand at the mixing process and Cohen Yusha’s masterful final touches. The rich lyrics of these tracks echo philosophical enquiry and literary inspiration reflecting the human condition. The title of the eponymous track “2Paradise” is inspired by Hanya Yanagihara’s novel “To Paradise” which deals with the dilemma of environmental destruction that permeates modern existence. With Lukas’ haunting vocals and Josef’s evocative instrumentalization, each song has its own vein but all the five culminate together into proving the listener an introspective arc whilst listening to this album. One can’t help but lose their sense of time as the mind contemplates its sense of existence bit by bit with each note flowing, nothing short of pure musical magic!

If you enjoy songs that are a fervent call to action, this album might become your next go-to!

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