McCrae Announces Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album LUX: A 15-Track Masterclass in Genre-Defying Sound
CHICAGO, IL — [10/5] — Genre-bending music artist, video producer, and visual artist McCrae is officially stepping into his next bold sonic era with the announcement of his sophomore studio album, LUX. Building upon the deeply personal foundation of his acclaimed debut, Foreign Euphoria, LUX is a sweeping 15-track project that marries raw, vulnerable lyricism with powerhouse collaborations and a forward-thinking auditory palette designed to redefine modern alternative and pop landscapes.
Known for seamlessly blending elements of indie, alternative rock, pop, R&B, and spoken word into immersive narrative compositions, McCrae expands his multi-disciplinary artistry to new heights on LUX. The album follows a string of celebrated momentum-building releases, including the dynamic singles "SWEET PIECE" and "CHANGE".
Across 15 meticulously crafted tracks, LUX serves as both an intimate diary and a grand cinematic experience. The album dives headfirst into themes of transformation, resilience, and emotional clarity, all anchored by rich atmospheric production, driving rhythms, and arresting vocal performances. Featuring high-profile collaborations that push his signature sound into uncharted territory, LUX positions itself not just as a collection of songs, but as a blueprint for the future of music.
"With LUX, I wanted to strip away the boundaries of what a project 'should' sound like and just focus on building an atmosphere that feels alive," McCrae shares. "It’s about stepping out of the shadows of uncertainty and into something brilliant, heavy, and entirely authentic."
As co-owner of Garden Heart Productions and an active creative force behind the scenes directing visuals and large-scale artistic projects, McCrae’s meticulous attention to aesthetic and storytelling shines brilliantly throughout the LUX rollout.
LUX will be available across all major streaming platforms on 1/11/27.
For media inquiries, interview requests, advance listening screeners, or promotional assets, please contact:
Press Contact:
Garden Heart Productions
About McCrae:
Bradley "McCrae" McClendon is a Chicago-based music artist, video producer, and visual artist whose work bridges the worlds of narrative songwriting, immersive media, and large-scale visual art. Co-founding Garden Heart Productions, he continues to push creative boundaries as a solo musician and multi-disciplinary creator.
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