Better Dreaming

Out May 16 2025, Better Dreaming is the sixth studio album by Tune‑Yards (Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner), released via 4AD. The record is a bold return to rhythm‑based creation, built primarily around Garbus’s looping drum grooves and propulsive vocals. Songs like “Heartbreak,” “Limelight,” “How Big Is the Rainbow,” and “Sanctuary” combine danceable funk energy with emotional introspection, reflecting themes of liberation, self‑love, and collective resilience. Inspired in part by family life and framed through joyous performance, the album marks a shift toward brighter, more accessible textures while retaining Tune‑Yards’ sharp lyrical awareness and experimental spirit.