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Charli XCX has released a guitar-driven new single titled “Rock Music,” produced with A.G. Cook and Finn Keane, accompanied by a black-and-white video and framed as a playful reinvention away from her dance-pop roots as she prepares for a festival-filled summer.
Charli XCX confirms a guitar-forward rock album as the proper follow-up to 2024’s Brat, with minimal Auto-Tune and analogue textures. Produced by A.G. Cook and Finn Keane, the sessions took place in Paris during Fashion Week, though no title has been revealed. The piece also touches on her acting work and forthcoming screen projects, highlighting a broader career arc.
Charli XCX is reportedly recording a rock-leaning album described as her 'version of analogue' while juggling a busy slate of acting roles and soundtrack work, with less autotune and more guitar from frequent collaborator A.G. Cook; release timing isn’t announced as she continues touring with Brat.
Charli XCX concluded her tour supporting her album 'Brat' with a performance in South Korea, leaving fans with a cryptic farewell message and teasing a new project. The album 'Brat' was highly influential in 2024, earning her multiple awards, but Charli indicates her next work may differ and is not under pressure to replicate her previous success. She is also involved in several upcoming film projects.
Charli XCX, named Variety's Hitmaker of the Year, has dominated 2024 with her album "Brat," which has become a cultural phenomenon despite lacking a breakout single. The album's influence extends beyond music, inspiring memes, fashion, and even political campaigns. Charli's strategic marketing and social media presence have expanded her brand, while her music explores themes of vulnerability and insecurity. She is also venturing into acting, with roles in indie films and a comedy series, and has received advice from Ariana Grande on navigating her rising fame.
Charli XCX surprised fans with a live performance in Times Square, New York, following her recent appearance on Saturday Night Live. The pop star performed tracks from her album 'Brat,' including "360," "365," and "Apple," in collaboration with H&M, who announced the event just 30 minutes prior. The performance featured visuals from her music videos and highlighted her recent Grammy-nominated work.
Charli XCX hosted SNL and explained the term "brat," which she describes as an attitude or vibe, using examples like Martha Stewart's reaction to an old article. She also mentioned that being a "brat" involves vulnerability and joked about her fame during her monologue.
Charli XCX, the British pop star, hosted Saturday Night Live and shared anecdotes about her early career, including how her parents drove her to raves at age 15 by convincing them she had 'swim practice' at 2 A.M. Her latest album, 'Brat,' has sparked a cultural trend, leading to its recognition as Collins Dictionary's 2024 word of the year. Charli humorously defined 'brat' as an attitude and vibe, highlighting its influence on social media and even politics, with figures like Kamala Harris adopting the 'brat' persona to engage younger audiences.
Charli XCX has released a surprise remix of her song "Girl, So Confusing" featuring Lorde. The collaboration was announced via a creative wall painting and has excited fans. The song explores Charli's insecurities and her complex relationship with Lorde, blending their distinct musical styles. This release follows Charli's deluxe album "Brat and it’s the same but there’s three more songs so it’s not."
Charli XCX's sixth album, "Brat," marks a return to her underground roots, exploring themes of fame, self-worth, and personal relationships. The album juxtaposes club hits with introspective tracks, reflecting her disillusionment with mainstream success and her desire for authenticity. Featuring raw, abrasive production and candid lyrics, "Brat" delves into Charli's anxieties and aspirations, making it a deeply personal and humanizing work.
Charli XCX debuted a new track titled "So Do I" at the Billboard Women In Music Awards as a tribute to her late friend and collaborator SOPHIE. The song reflects on her feelings of shame and regret following SOPHIE's sudden passing, and features vulnerable lyrics referencing SOPHIE's 2017 track "It's Okay To Cry." The event honored various artists and Charli was presented with the Powerhouse Award. The song is expected to be part of her upcoming album Brat, set to release this summer.
Charli XCX has released a new single "Von Dutch" and announced her upcoming sixth album "Brat," set to be released this summer. The single, produced by Easyfun, marks her return to her PC Music era and is accompanied by a chaotic music video. "Brat" is described as a "club record" and will feature 15 songs with a runtime of 41 minutes and 23 seconds, showcasing Charli's passion for dance music and featuring production from A.G. Cook, Gesaffelstein, and Hudson Mohawke.
Charli XCX has released her new single "Von Dutch" along with a music video filmed at France’s Charles de Gaulle Airport, directed by Torso. The song, produced by Easyfun, is part of her upcoming album "Brat," described as a club record set to release in the summer. Easyfun has previously worked with Charli XCX on her albums "Number 1 Angel," "Pop 2," and "Charli," while Charli XCX contributed to Easyfun and A. G. Cook’s debut album "Thy Slaughter."
Charli XCX announces her upcoming album "Brat," a 15-song club record set to release in the summer, with a runtime of 41 minutes and 23 seconds. She is also releasing a new song "Von Dutch" tomorrow, marking her first solo single since last year. This follows her fifth album "Crash" and various collaborations, as well as her recent engagement to the 1975’s George Daniel.