Maya Hawke announces album and releases “Missing Out”

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A look at the musical evolution of the multifaceted artist and her reflection on aspirations and expectations in her new album.

The talented actress and singer, Maya Hawke has excited his followers with the announcement of his next studio album titled, Chaos Angel. After the success of their two previous albums, blush in 2020 and moss in 2022, Hawke returns with a project that promises to explore new musical dimensions.

With a release date scheduled for May 31 (via Mom+Pop), Chaos Angel promises to be a unique experience for fans of Hawke and for music lovers in general. The album features the production of Christian Lee Hutson and features collaborations with talented musicians such as Benjamin Lazar Davis and Will Graefe.

The first preview of this long-awaited album comes in the form of a single titled “Missing Out”. This song, as explained Hawke in a statement, arises from a personal experience that led her to reflect on life and expectations. The letter of “Missing Out” revolves around the aspirations and dreams of a young woman who Hawke met during his time at university, which adds a layer of emotional depth to the composition.

“Missing Out’ is a song that is born from irony and reflection on our goals and desires in life. Sometimes, what we think we want is not necessarily what will bring us happiness,” he commented Maya Hawke.

With a mix of intimate compositions and more expansive sounds, Chaos Angel is shaping up to be a high point in the musical career of Maya Hawke. The thematic depth and sonic evolution of this album promise to captivate both the artist’s followers and new listeners eager to discover her work.

Tracklist

01 “Black Ice”
02 “Dark”
03 “Missing Out”
04 “Wrong Again”
05 “Okay”
06 “Better”
07 “Big Idea”
08 “Hang in There”
09 “Promise”
10 “Chaos Angel”

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