Arca Announces New Album XXXXX for July 31 Release

The Venezuelan-born musician and producer Arca has announced her first full-length studio album in five years, titled "XXXXX," set for release on July 31 through XL Recordings. The announcement, made on July 20, marks a significant return for the artist following her acclaimed "KICK" album series, which concluded in 2021.

Ahead of the album's release, Arca will present an ambitious, immersive livestream event titled "Diva.Experimental" on July 23. The two-hour performance, directed by Daniel Sannwald and styled by Akeem Smith, will premiere live from Barcelona at 9:30 PM CEST on Twitch and YouTube. The production, filmed across seven distinct locations, is designed to blur the lines between physical performance, streaming, and hallucinatory experience, offering an early glimpse into the sonic and visual world of the new album.

The livestream is presented with support from the dating app Feeld. In a statement, Arca expressed gratitude for the partnership, noting it enabled the production of a show with full glamour and budget, and thanked supporters for backing experimental art. The artist encouraged fans worldwide to tune in for the carefully crafted performance.