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Australian electronic music sensation Ninajirachi has burst onto the scene with her debut LP, 'I Love My Computer,' and it's more than just a collection of tracks. It's a meticulously crafted world, rich in lore and brimming with sonic textures. We spoke with Ninajirachi about the inspiration, the process, and the hopes she has for listeners engaging with this unique project.

'I Love My Computer' isn't just an album; it's an immersive experience. Ninajirachi, known for her dynamic DJ sets and distinctive production style, has poured her creativity into constructing a sonic landscape that feels both familiar and utterly alien. The album’s title itself hints at the central theme: a complex relationship with technology, exploring themes of digital connection, isolation, and the blurring lines between the physical and virtual worlds. It's a concept that resonates deeply in today's hyper-connected society.

“I really wanted to create something that felt like a journey,” Ninajirachi explains. “Not just a sequence of songs, but a cohesive narrative, a place you could get lost in. I thought a lot about world-building, like in fantasy novels or video games. How do you create a believable world with its own rules, its own history, its own characters, even if those characters are just implied?”

The influences behind 'I Love My Computer' are as diverse as the sounds within it. Ninajirachi cites a love of anime, particularly its intricate world-building and character development, as a key inspiration. But the album also draws heavily from contemporary technology, exploring the aesthetics and anxieties of the digital age. The pulsing synths, glitchy textures, and distorted vocals all contribute to a sense of technological immersion.

“I’m fascinated by algorithms, by the way technology shapes our lives, often in ways we don’t even realize,” she says. “I wanted to capture that feeling, that sense of being both empowered and controlled by these systems.” The album’s sound palette reflects this duality, blending euphoric melodies with unsettling undertones.

Despite the complex themes it explores, 'I Love My Computer' is ultimately an album about connection. Ninajirachi hopes that listeners will find something to relate to within its sonic landscape, whether it's a shared feeling of alienation or a longing for community.

“I just hope that people will give it a listen from start to finish and find something that they like on there,” Ninajirachi says. “It’s a really personal project, and I’m excited to see how people interpret it.” She encourages listeners to immerse themselves in the album's world, to let the music wash over them, and to discover their own meanings within its layers. With its innovative sound and thought-provoking themes, 'I Love My Computer' is poised to establish Ninajirachi as a leading voice in the Australian electronic music scene and beyond.