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Kelela Announces “new avatar” Album, Guitar-Driven, July 10

5/6/2026

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Singer Kelela will release her album “new avatar” on July 10, 2026 through Warp Records.
The record features guest appearances by singer PinkPantheress, musician A. K. Paul and singer Fousheé.
Lead single “Idea 1” debuted last month as the opening track while “Linknb,” produced by producer Oscar Scheller, arrived today with a Mischa Notcutt video.
The album shifts from the club sound of 2023’s “Raven” to guitar-driven arrangements that explore yearning, transformation and joy.

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Story summary

Singer Kelela will release her album “new avatar” on July 10, 2026 through Warp Records.
The record features guest appearances by singer PinkPantheress, musician A. K. Paul and singer Fousheé.
Lead single “Idea 1” debuted last month as the opening track while “Linknb,” produced by producer Oscar Scheller, arrived today with a Mischa Notcutt video.
The album shifts from the club sound of 2023’s “Raven” to guitar-driven arrangements that explore yearning, transformation and joy.