'No second-guessing, no overthinking. The way I want to live my life is by doing the things that are important to me, and I think everyone should live that way', says Mei Semones of her strengthened self-assurance. Through continuously honing in on her signature fusion of indie rock, bossa nova, jazz and chamber pop in a way that highlights her technical prowess on guitar, the 24-year-old Brooklyn-based songwriter and guitarist is quickly establishing herself as an innovative musical force. Since the release of her acclaimed 2024 'Kabutomushi' EP, a series of lushly orchestrated reflections on love in its many stages, Mei has gone on to tour extensively across the US, cultivate a dedicated following, and write and record her highly anticipated debut album, 'Animaru'. Meaning 'animal' in Japanese, 'Animaru' is the embodiment of Mei's deeper trust in her instincts - a collection of musically impressive tracks that see Mei sounding more adventurous, more vulnerable and more confident than ever before.