Shamir Unveils Details of Final Album and Releases New Video for “Recording 291”: Watch Now
Shamir Announces Final Album Ten, Unveils New Single “Recording 291”
Last month, Shamir—a name synonymous with genre-bending artistry—announced his swan song: the album Ten. This record marks a momentous occasion, celebrating a decade since his unforgettable debut, Ratchet. True to form, the artist has now revealed that Ten is set to drop on May 19, reminding listeners that time flies but artistry remains.
In tandem, Shamir shared the reflective single “Neverwannago,” a teaser of the emotions that permeate his final offering. Today, he has unveiled a music video for another track, “Recording 291,” co-written with collaborator Paige Pfleger, who also stars alongside him in the visually arresting video.
Ten promises to be a deeply personal collection of songs, featuring tracks shaped by “those closest to [Shamir], unused demos, and castaways given a new life.” This deliberate reclamation of past ideas illustrates Shamir’s commitment to authenticity and transparency, serving as a poignant reflection on his creative journey.
The album follows 2023’s Homo Anxietatem, which showcased Shamir’s artistry at its most vulnerable. Now, Ten stands as both a farewell and a celebration—a testament to a decade of artistry and evolution.
In a world that often rushes to label or box in musicians, Shamir has consistently defied expectations. The 10-track list for Ten is as follows:
- I Love My Friends
- Neverwannago
- I Don’t Know What You Want From Me
- I Know We Can’t Be Friends
- Die
- Offline
- Golden
- Recording 291
- Pin
- 29
With Ten, Shamir invites us to embrace vulnerability and reminisce on the moments that have shaped him as an artist and individual. As we look ahead to May 19, it’s clear that this isn’t just the end—but a new beginning in a different light.
Catch the music video for “Recording 291” now, and pre-order Ten through various retailers, as we prepare to say goodbye to one of the most innovative voices of our time.
