Miguel Unveils 'CAOS': A Bold New Album Marking His 40th Birthday

September 2, 2025
Miguel Unveils 'CAOS': A Bold New Album Marking His 40th Birthday
  • Miguel is set to release his fifth studio album, titled 'CAOS,' on October 23, 2025, coinciding with his 40th birthday, marking his first full-length release since 2017's 'War & Leisure.'

  • This highly anticipated album follows a period of significant artistic evolution, including EPs 'Te Lo Dije' and 'Art Dealer Chic Vol. 4,' as well as singles like 'Give It To Me' and 'Always Time,' with no full album since 2017.

  • Described as Miguel's most daring and intimate work yet, 'CAOS' explores themes of personal transformation, inner conflict, and rebirth, embodying the violent yet universal experience of change.

  • The album is a reflection of Miguel's evolution, with a sonic landscape that blends R&B, alt-rock, Latin, electronic, and acoustic sounds, making it potentially his most sonically diverse project.

  • The title track 'CAOS' was released to fans via the S1C.LA platform, featuring a Spanish monologue and experimental sound, and is expected to appear on major streaming services soon.

  • The 12-song album will include the previously released track 'Always Time' from November 2024, which Miguel describes as a deeply personal song offering closure and honesty for his new artistic chapter.

  • Additional tracks are expected to explore themes of chaos, love, and rebirth, with collaborations from artists like Kali Uchis, Travis Scott, and J. Cole, and may include unreleased songs like 'Caos' and 'New Martyrs (Ride 4 U).

  • Leading up to the release, Miguel has been promoting 'CAOS' through social media teasers, visual storytelling, and exclusive insights into the creative process, emphasizing the album's reflection of personal and societal chaos.

  • The artist has shared that 'CAOS' aims to redefine his legacy by emphasizing his ability to evolve across genres and cultures, setting new standards for artistic innovation.

  • Fans are encouraged to presave the album, follow Miguel for updates, and engage with the music through focused listening, reading lyrics, and supporting physical formats.

  • While no tour dates have been announced at this time, the album's release is expected to be a major event in Miguel's career, highlighting his ongoing influence and relevance.

  • The album features 12 tracks, including collaborations with Kali Uchis, Travis Scott, and J. Cole, and is produced under ByStorm Entertainment and RCA Records.

  • Hints of the album emerged earlier this year through social media teasers referencing the Spanish word 'Caos,' and Miguel has been teasing the project with visuals of flames, doctored billboards, and symbolic imagery.

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Miguel Announces New Album Caos

Pitchfork • Sep 2, 2025

Miguel Announces New Album Caos



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