I missed Record Store Day because I had a performance (which was an awesome experience, thank you JFCC), and though it sort of bummed me out because I really wanted to know what sort of special releases were available, particularly at Aksara, I got some really great news via SRM Management’s email: Sore released a new album! Well, sort of. Sorealist, as they call it, is a compilation album featuring some of the group’s best material plus some singles that were only available in soundtracks and such. Now the real treat comes in three brand new songs titled Musim Ujan, Bantal Keras, and Sssst….

Musim Ujan really puts Sore’s ability to bring that romantic Indonesian nostalgia sound on the forefront with it being a ballad (and the chorus in the background really-really brings an emotional edge to it), Bantal Keras retains that nostalgic vibe and an even more dramatic effect with the horn section weaving through it. Finally Sssst… is the catchiest of the three, with the word “Gila” being repeated over and over giving the song a dizzying effect.

Great to see Sore back, and listening to the new songs I’m getting very curious as to what musical direction the group has in store for us. You can purchase the album by clicking the link below, and be on the look out for a physical release!