Moby, a celebrated electronic musician, producer, and activist based in New York City, honors the legacy of Benjamin Zephaniah with his latest track "where is your pride?," part of his upcoming 22nd studio album "always centered at night," available for pre-orders now and releasing on June 14th.
The track, characterized by break-beats, features spoken word with a profound message delivered in Zephaniah’s warm tone. Additionally, Moby expresses pride in collaborating with Benjamin Zephaniah, highlighting their shared ideals and Zephaniah’s influence on his vegan activism.
Benjamin Zephaniah, a versatile British writer, dub poet, actor, musician, and professor, made significant contributions to poetry and creative writing. Recognized as one of Britain’s top post-war writers, he received numerous honors, including at least sixteen honorary doctorates, for his literary achievements and activism in veganism and animal rights.
Moby’s forthcoming album, “always centered at night,” features 13 collaborations with various artists like Gaidaa, J.P. Bimeni, and Aynzli Jones. The album’s tracks delve into personal themes, reflecting the political essence of Moby’s work. Influenced by electronic music from the last three decades, the album offers a diverse sonic landscape, from the trip-hop vibe of “we’re going wrong” to the Latin house rhythms of “feelings come undone.”
In his pursuit of innovative sounds, Moby has established himself as a collector of voices, showcasing a diverse range of vocal talents in his work. The album continues his ongoing project, “always centered at night,” initiated in 2022, featuring collaborations with acclaimed artists like Lady Blackbird, José James, and serpentwithfeet.
Moreover, Moby will embark on his first tour in over a decade later this year across Europe and the UK, celebrating the success of his iconic album “Play.” This landmark album, featuring hit tracks like “Porcelain” and “Natural Blues,” has sold over 12 million copies worldwide and remains the best-selling electronic album of all time. All tour profits will be donated to European animal rights organizations, reaffirming Moby’s commitment to animal welfare activism.
A multi-platinum-selling artist, Moby is not only a prolific musician but also an accomplished author and passionate animal rights advocate. His directorial debut, “Punk Rock Vegan Movie,” released last year, explores the intersection of punk rock and animal rights activism, featuring interviews with influential figures from the music industry.
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