The New Citizen Kane is the vivid artistic persona of Kane Luke, a London-born singer, songwriter, and producer whose career has been a kaleidoscope of sound, image, and evolution. Since his early days performing under his birth name and later as Discokane, Kane Luke has honed a multifaceted style that fuses the glamour of pop culture with the emotional honesty of lived experience. His breakthrough came in 2014 with ‘It’s Not Science… It’s A Feeling’, a debut that channeled the drama of the classic film Citizen Kane while embracing the shimmering pulse of 80s and 90s house, synth-pop, and dance music.
His transformation into The New Citizen Kane isn’t just a name change, it’s an artistic statement. In blending music, fashion, visual art, and performance into a seamless aesthetic, Kane has established a bold and ever-evolving identity. The result is an artist who isn’t afraid to experiment, reflect, and push sonic boundaries. After making waves with Milan’s Fuorifase Records and returning triumphantly with The ‘Tales of Morpheus’, Kane now unveils his newest chapter: a sun-drenched, groove-infused remix album titled “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.”.
Released on May 9th, 2025, “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.” is more than just a remix album, it’s a vivid audio vacation, an immersive reimagining, and a stylish reaffirmation of The New Citizen Kane’s versatility. Comprising 10 reworked tracks from his earlier comeback album plus 2 brand-new compositions, this project isn’t just a retrospective, it’s a reinvention. Kane reshapes familiar material with a new, summer-ready lens, creating a record that feels both nostalgic and futuristic.
From the moment the album opens, listeners are drawn into a lush soundscape of psychedelic disco swirls, crisp indie-pop hooks, and breezy calypso-infused rhythms. The production is vivid and cinematic, conjuring visuals of sunlit coastlines and dusk-lit beach parties. Each remix feels intentional, more than just a tempo shift or dance edit, these are fully realized reinterpretations that stretch the emotional core of the originals while injecting them with newfound energy.
TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY. Album Track List:
Forget The World – Temple Beach Version:
“Forget The World – Temple Beach Version” sets the tone for “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.” With magnetic confidence and warmth, immediately drawing listeners into The New Citizen Kane’s sun-drenched universe. As the album’s opening track, it doesn’t just start the journey, it defines it. The singer’s emotive and intimate vocal delivery serves as a call to leave behind the noise and chaos of everyday life. There’s a soothing urgency in the way the phrase “forget the world” is sung, as if urging the listener to give in fully to the music’s embrace. It’s personal, it’s present, and it feels like a promise of escape.
Sonically, the track thrives on a steady, hypnotic beat that pulses with understated energy. The production is crisp and deliberate, letting each element breathe within the mix. The minimalist instrumentation acts as a subtle canvas, never overpowering the vocals but supporting them with rhythmic insistence and texture. There’s a danceable groove woven through the track, but it never feels overbearing, rather, it encourages a gentle surrender to movement. The simplicity of the arrangement is part of its charm; nothing feels cluttered or forced, allowing the emotional resonance of the track to shine through clearly.
What makes “Forget The World” so effective is its effortless blend of relaxation and motion. It captures the spirit of beachside reverie and urban nightlife in one cohesive mood. The polished production, airy vibe, and emotive core work together to create a sonic atmosphere that’s both immersive and liberating. As an opener, it doesn’t just welcome you into the album, it sets the expectation that “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.” will be an escape, a celebration, and a personal invitation to let go. With this track, The New Citizen Kane makes it clear: this isn’t just music, it’s a mood.
A Love Fool:
“A Love Fool” is one of the standout gems on “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.”, revealing The New Citizen Kane at his most soulful and sonically adventurous. From the first beat, the track radiates an irresistible groove, infectious and immediate, yet rich with emotional undercurrents. Kane’s vocal performance is the anchor here: emotive, smooth, and tinged with longing, it glides effortlessly over the rhythmic pulse, expressing the vulnerability of romantic idealism. The layered backing vocals add warmth and dimension, creating a lush soundscape that amplifies the song’s emotional resonance while keeping it danceable and light on its feet.
What sets “A Love Fool” apart is its unpredictability. As the track progresses, it shifts in rhythm and mood, pulling the listener deeper into its emotional terrain without ever losing its vibrant, disco-infused energy. The production is tight and immaculate, with bright guitar lines, funky bass grooves, and R&B-inspired textures that nod to the golden eras of 70s funk and 90s soul while remaining firmly rooted in the now. These genre-blending elements come together in a seamless arrangement that’s both nostalgic and strikingly fresh, reflecting Kane’s deft hand at balancing retro influences with contemporary pop sensibilities.
Lyrically, “A Love Fool” is a bittersweet exploration of unrequited affection, capturing that emotional tension between the hope of love and the sting of disappointment. Yet rather than wallow, the song transforms that ache into movement, turning heartbreak into rhythm, introspection into expression. It’s a track that invites you to feel deeply even as you sway, a dancefloor confession wrapped in polished production and sincere songwriting. With “A Love Fool,” The New Citizen Kane proves that pop can be both emotionally resonant and undeniably fun, making it a standout moment in an album already brimming with sonic treasures.
Endless Summer:
“Endless Summer” is a beautifully serene moment on “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.”, showcasing The New Citizen Kane’s talent for creating music that feels both emotionally resonant and atmospherically rich. From the first gentle notes, the track invites the listener into a warm, intimate soundscape where the artist’s delicate vocal delivery takes center stage. Kane’s voice here is soft and inviting, carrying an emotive undertone that enhances the sense of closeness. Accompanied by a subtle yet propelling melody, the opening moments set the tone for a track that feels like a personal escape into tranquility.
The instrumentation in “Endless Summer” flows effortlessly with the vocals, maintaining a steady rhythm that drives the song forward without ever overpowering its gentle nature. There’s a dreamlike quality to the arrangement, the production is polished, with each element sitting comfortably in the mix, allowing the airy synths and mellow grooves to shimmer with clarity. It’s a sonic embodiment of the title: relaxed, sun-soaked, and wistful. Kane crafts a mood that feels eternal, capturing that perfect, golden-hour moment where time seems to stretch and worries fade into the background.
What makes “Endless Summer” such a standout is its ability to evoke emotion without intensity. Instead of dramatic shifts, it leans into a gentle kind of bliss, a slow-burning euphoria that wraps around the listener like a warm breeze. The track contributes significantly to the album’s overarching theme of escapism, acting as a quiet retreat in a collection built for movement and mood. With its laid-back charm and captivating melody, “Endless Summer” feels like a sonic postcard from a perfect day, and a reminder of The New Citizen Kane’s ability to transform subtlety into something truly moving.
Electric Nights:
“Electric Nights” is one of the most sonically immersive tracks on “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.”, offering a captivating dive into the darker, more seductive corners of The New Citizen Kane’s musical world. The track opens with swirling ambient textures that immediately establish an atmospheric tension, inviting the listener into a space that feels mysterious and alluring. Kane’s vocal glides into the mix with captivating ease, rich with intrigue and subtle emotion. There’s a restrained power in his delivery that sets the stage for what unfolds: a track that simmers with anticipation and steadily builds toward something electric.
As the steady beat kicks in, “Electric Nights” gains momentum, blending ambient soundscapes with a pulsating rhythm that drives the track forward. The fusion of these elements creates a dynamic interplay between stillness and movement, evoking the sensation of drifting through a sultry, neon-lit city night. The production is impressively layered, with every sonic detail contributing to the mood without overwhelming it. The balance between the ambient backdrop and the driving percussion is masterfully executed, demonstrating Kane’s ability to walk the line between restraint and intensity.
The magic of “Electric Nights” lies in its hypnotic allure. It’s a track that doesn’t beg for attention, it earns it, drawing listeners deeper with each passing moment. The mood is both intimate and expansive, the kind of song that feels tailor-made for late-night listening, where the world slows down and emotion takes over. It’s a perfect showcase of The New Citizen Kane’s flair for sonic storytelling, using texture, rhythm, and atmosphere to craft an experience that’s not just heard, but felt. With “Electric Nights,” he proves once again that his music thrives in the spaces between light and shadow, seduction and surrender.
Tracks originally rooted in introspection and mystique from The Tales of Morpheus are here reborn with shimmering guitar lines, pulsing synths, and vocals that glide like warm sea breezes. The standout remixes elevate both the mood and the meaning of the original tracks, inviting listeners to both dance and daydream. Kane has a knack for balancing groove with gravity, his music doesn’t just ask you to move, it asks you to feel.
Ultimately, “TEMPLE. BEACH. DISCO. DADDY.” Isn’t just a remix album, it’s an experience. It captures the duality of summer: the ecstatic highs of movement and music, and the quiet, wistful reflections that come with long days and golden sunsets. Whether played loud at a beach gathering or through headphones during a late-night walk, the album offers a versatile, immersive, and deeply enjoyable listening journey. With this release, The New Citizen Kane has not only revisited his past work, he’s elevated it. And in doing so, he’s given us the definitive soundtrack for the season: radiant, reflective, and irresistibly rhythmic.
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