Azuri Moon Shoots for the Stars And Lands Three Times Over

There are debut albums—and then there’s Signals From the Moon.

With three fire singles already lighting up playlists—“Space Funk,” “Pop Funk Magic,” and “The Hide”—Azuri Moon isn’t just making an entrance, he’s making it clear: genre lines don’t apply here. And neither do ceilings.

If you haven’t caught wind of Azuri yet, let’s get you up to speed. He’s a Venice Beach-born multi-instrumentalist, virtuoso guitarist, composer, and arranger who’s spent years quietly shaping other people’s records as a session player. Now, he’s stepped into the spotlight with a sound that feels like Prince jamming with Thundercat on the moon, with D’Angelo watching from a velvet armchair nearby. Yeah—it’s that kind of vibe.

“Space Funk” is the track that kicks the door open. It’s smooth, sweaty, and groovy in all the right ways, but also weird in the best possible sense. Like you’re floating through a neon-lit spaceship party, but the gravity’s a little off. The guitars shimmer and punch, the bassline’s pure swagger, and you get the sense that Azuri isn’t trying to be cool—he just is.

Then there’s “Pop Funk Magic”, which does exactly what the title promises and then some. It’s catchy without being predictable, funky without forcing it, and the arrangement? Chef’s kiss. Azuri threads melodies through rhythmic mazes with ease, giving the song an effortless bounce that dares you not to move. This one’s radio-friendly, sure—but it’s also full of sneaky little left turns that remind you: this guy is playing chess, not checkers.

And then “The Hide” changes the temperature completely. It’s introspective, hazy, and a little haunted. Still funky, yes, but in a slower, almost cinematic way. There’s a story unfolding here—no words necessary. It’s all in the phrasing, the layered instrumentation, the mood. This is where Azuri’s background as a composer really shines: every note feels intentional, like part of a bigger emotional arc.

What’s most striking across all three singles isn’t just the technical mastery (though, let’s be real, the man can play circles around most) — it’s the sheer feeling baked into every second. Whether it’s a face-melting solo or a quiet, moody bridge, Azuri’s music moves. And it moves you.

Signals From the Moon feels like more than an album—it’s an introduction to a world. One where funk, rock, R&B, and experimental sounds orbit each other freely. One where imagination trumps formula. One where Azuri Moon doesn’t just bend genres, he melts them down and builds something new. This album is one you don't want to miss.

If this is just the beginning, we’re in for one hell of a ride. And lucky for us, Azuri brought the soundtrack.

We got a chance to ask Azuri Moon about 2 of his 3 singles off the album, here's what went down:

What has been the creative inspiration behind “Space Funk” and “The Hide”?

Both tracks are singles from my debut album Signals From The Moon, dropping July 2025.

"Space Funk” is a nod to the funk legends who shaped me—P-Funk, Bootsy Collins, Tower of Power—along with modern inspirations like Silk Sonic and Vulfpeck. It’s a bonus track on the album, meant to feel like a hidden gem that gets you moving. It’s an anthem for nightclubs across the galaxy.

“The Hide” is the third track on the album and one of the most personal. It explores the tension between vulnerability and self-protection—about trying to love fully even after getting hurt. As the lyrics say, “We all want to give our hearts away, sometimes it don’t work out that way, so we hide.” Love’s always been a complicated space for me, but I still believe in it.

What can we expect from Azuri Moon in 2025?

My debut album Signals From The Moon drops in July 2025. There’s a full concept film accompanying the album, with a cinematic piece for each song. I was forced to postpone my tour after breaking my hand in March, but I’m hoping to be back onstage this summer.

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