Nigel Godrich Returns With Dragonflies: First New Music in Six Years with Dhani Harrison

Nigel Godrich is back. After six years away from recording and touring, the legendary Radiohead producer has entered the studio with musician Dhani Harrison to create Dragonflies, a collaborative project that sounds fresh, unexpected, and genuinely moving. The two have been friends for years, and their creative partnership feels less like a typical supergroup and more like two artists at crossroads finding exactly what they needed. The self-titled debut arrives September 18th, with the lead single“Slower”already available for streaming.

What makes Dragonflies work is the intuitive, real-time approach both musicians brought to the table. Recorded at Harrison’s studio in Brixton with percussion contributions from Joey Waronker, the album blends organic instruments with electronic elements to create what they’re describing as“earthbound space rock.”The influences are clear—Beth Gibbons, David Sylvian, and Ryuichi Sakamoto hover in the background—but the final product sounds distinctly their own.“Slower”gives us a perfect introduction to their sound, layered with hand-played grooves and supported by a visually striking animated music video from RUFFMERCY.

The timing of this collaboration tells part of the story. Harrison recently relocated from Los Angeles back to his native England after two decades, seeking a shift in perspective. Godrich had essentially stepped away from the entire machinery of touring and recording. Both artists were in moments of transition and reflection when they decided to create together. The result feels earned, unhurried, and authentic. Are you ready to hear what happens when two respected musicians stop chasing trends and start creating from the heart? Dragonflies is worth your full attention.