Lido Pimienta Unveils First Album in Five Years and Drops New Track “Mango”: Listen Now!
Lido Pimienta is Back: Announcing ‘La Belleza,’ Her First Album in Five Years
After a five-year hiatus filled with quiet anticipation, Lido Pimienta is ready to shake the music world once again. The Colombian-Canadian artist has officially unveiled her third studio album, La Belleza, set to drop on May 16 via Anti-. This follow-up to her acclaimed 2020 release, Miss Colombia, promises a transformative experience, exploring the intricate connections between classical music and modern expression.
Leading the charge is “Mango,” the album’s stirring first single accompanied by a lyric video that captures the intimacy of a humble courtyard. Rich with the warmth of Pimienta’s distinct vocal style and layered with vibrant instrumentation, “Mango” is both a nod to her past and a bold step into new territory.
La Belleza sees Pimienta venturing into the enriching world of orchestration, a journey inspired by her admiration for Luboš Fišer’s haunting score for the cult classic Valerie and Her Week of Wonders. In an era where artists often feel tethered to specific genres, Pimienta’s openness to exploring classical music reveals her artistry’s evolution. “The thought of making ‘classical music’ never occurred to me before, but making experimental electronica on Miss Colombia was not premeditated either,” she explains in a press release. “All I create is a natural evolution of my curiosity and stubbornness.”
Co-orchestrated with the esteemed Owen Pallett, La Belleza is a swirling tapestry of sound that blends intricate melodies with Pimienta’s ethereal voice. The tracklist promises a rich listening experience—starting from the opening overture, “Overturn (Obertura de la Luz Eterna),” to the soulful “Busca la Luz” that wraps up her latest sonic offering. Each track is a threaded narrative, inviting listeners to experience Pimienta’s artistic journey first-hand.
Reflecting on her sound, Pimienta continues to defy and reshape borders within the music landscape. The album’s identity is rooted in the exploration of her Colombian heritage while embracing her life in Canada, making this record not just a musical release, but a personal pilgrimage.
As anticipation builds for La Belleza, fans can explore the intricate nuances of “Mango” below and prepare for the album that promises to illuminate the beautiful complexities of her artistry. In a music industry often dominated by convention, Lido Pimienta’s fearless exploration stands as a testament to the captivating power of evolution and expression in art.
Check out the full tracklisting for La Belleza below:
- Overturn (Obertura de la Luz Eterna)
- Ahora
- Quiero Que Me Beses
- Mango
- Aún Te Quiero
- El Dembow del Tiempo
- ¿Quién Tiene la Luz? (El Perdón)
- Tengo Que Ir
- Busca la Luz
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches and dive into the radiant world of Lido Pimienta.
