Arca has announced a new album titled XXXXX. Following the Kick series that stretched from 2020 to 2021, the new LP is out Friday, July 31, via XL. Here’s everything we know so far.
When did Arca announce the album?
Arca announced XXXXX on July 20, revealing the album title, release date, cover artwork, and tracklist.
What does the album cover look like?
What about the tracklist?
1. No End
2. Willow
3. Eidolon
4. Heart
5. Syncope
6. Raver
7. Clinch
8. Fxck
9. Finisher
10. Taconeando
11. Futurality
12. Grip
13. Enraptured
14. Throb
15. Everything
16. Sueño
Has Arca shared any singles from the album?
Arca did not share any singles along with the announcement. However, a livestream directed by Daniel Sannwald has been scheduled for Thursday, July 23 at 3:30 pm ET.
What’s the livestream all about?
Airing from Barcelona, the livestream will see Arca performing unreleased songs from the album across seven distinct locations. It’s in collaboration with the dating app Feeld. Arca said in a press release, “With Feeld’s support and investment, we’re able to put on a show for you with full glam and budget. Thank you for supporting experimental art. Please tune in. We’re working really hard to create a great show for you, wherever you are.”
Has Arca said anything about the album?
We do have this quote from a press release: “It seems playful, also mischievous, to interrupt that autopilot.” Take that for what you will.
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