Kelela has announced a new album, New Avatar, set for release July 10, 2026, through Warp Records. The announcement arrived alongside a new single, linknb, giving listeners the first full look at the next chapter in her sound.
With the new release, Kelela continues moving through the space between R&B, electronic music, and alternative textures. New Avatar is described as a wide-ranging project that brings in elements of shoegaze, grunge, and guitar-driven production while keeping her voice at the center.
The album will also feature collaborations with PinkPantheress, A. K. Paul, and Fousheé. That mix points to a record built around contrast: soft vocals, layered production, and a sound that moves beyond one clear genre.
