Today, self-made phenomenon and independent artist Loren Gray releases her debut studio album, Guilty, out everywhere now.
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Following the releases of a number of singles, Guilty is the result of Loren truly coming into her own as an artist. The album demonstrates Loren’s versatility as a songwriter, transitioning from “Guilty,” a vulnerable single that dives into her struggle with depression and the frustration that comes with feeling unable to get better to “Told You So,” a confident, poppy anthem that shows Loren diving into her own self-assurance and sensuality. Sunny whistling glides over glassy acoustic guitar on the new breakup track, “Enough For You,” while Loren’s vocals echo over icy production as she warns, “Don’t you kiss me, don’t you hold me, just take this as your final warning,” before guitar boosts a chantable chorus on “Never Be Perfect.”
Inspired by an obsession with Donnie Darko, a giant teddy bear named “Shadow” makes an appearance in the videos for Loren’s first three album singles. As an element of Loren’s vision, “Shadow” doubles as an avatar for her emotional journey.
Reflecting on the album, Loren exclusively told Rolling Stone, “This is my first album, and there isn’t a single song on it that I’m not incredibly proud of. It’s a reflection of my journey coming into my own, and learning how to be my truest self through music. It’s been such a long process, but a very therapeutic and healing one. I hope it gives people the opportunity to connect with me, and I’m beyond excited to share it with the world.”
Loren Gray joins Hunter Hayes on his upcoming ‘Red Sky’ U.S. tour this May, with stops all along the East Coast, including New York City at the Gramercy Theatre. This June, she will travel to Europe and the UK for a headline tour, with a closing show at O2 Academy Islington in London.
After generating hundreds of millions of streams on her original music, including nearly 61 million on Spotify for “Queen,” and earning the praise of Billboard, Forbes, and more, Loren opens up like never before on her independent full-length debut album, Guilty. Taking control of her vision with indisputable confidence and openness, Loren fosters an unwavering connection with all who come across her.
