Lux, Rosalía’s new album, is a breathtaking odyssey into music’s further reaches

Lux, Rosalía’s New Album: A Breathtaking Journey into Uncharted Music

In 2025, a year often marked by musicians revisiting the past, Rosalía offers a bold contrast with her album Lux. While many artists leaned heavily on nostalgia, her work looks forward with thrilling, mysterious, and unconventional sounds.

Breaking Away from Nostalgia

The year saw a flood of backward-looking releases: Oasis capitalized on nostalgia with overpriced merchandise, Radiohead returned in an underwhelming form, and another Beatles documentary arrived, feeding collective sentimentality. This pull towards rock’s golden days created a stifling atmosphere of regression.

Into this climate steps Rosalía, presenting a record that is fearless and confrontational. The album cover, featuring the Spanish artist dressed as a nun, hints at a spiritual rebirth and a firm commitment to a new artistic direction.

An Evolution in Sound

Rosalía’s previous works explored flamenco, electronica, and reggaeton, earning her star status especially in Spanish-speaking countries. However, Lux shatters those expectations, embarking on an adventurous exploration of experimental music.

"Lux marks Rosalía as an heir to Björk," noted with the Icelandic icon's guest appearance on the uniquely vibrant single "Berghain."

This album is more than pop; it's a daring odyssey through the uncharted musical frontier, showcasing Rosalía's fearless artistry and willingness to innovate.

Author's Summary

Rosalía’s Lux redefines her musical identity with a bold, experimental album that confidently steps beyond pop into fresh, unexplored soundscapes.

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The Irish Times The Irish Times — 2025-11-07