Lana Del Rey caught fans by surprise at Billboard’ s pre-Grammy event in Los Angeles by revealing details of her upcoming album, Lassodue for release in September. The alternative pop star announced that this new collection will mark an exciting detour into the country genre.
During the event, Del Rey paid tribute to prominent Grammy-nominated producer Jack Antonoff, highlighting the transformation in the music industry towards country influences. She revealed that Antonoff accompanied her on a musical journey through iconic venues such as Muscle Shoals, Nashville and Mississippi over the past four years, shaping the distinctive sound of Lasso .
The album, which will be Del Rey’s tenth studio LP, follows the 2023 release of Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, which reached the coveted No. 3 spot on the Billboard 200 chart. Jack Antonoff, known for his collaboration with Taylor Swift, is currently in contention for Producer of the Year at the upcoming 66th Grammys, with multiple nominations.
Del Rey shared anecdotes about his close friendship and collaboration with Antonoff, praising his timeless chord progressions and award-winning instincts. The forthcoming Lasso album will mark his fourth production in just three and a half years, highlighting a prolific period in his career, fueled by a fruitful partnership with Antonoff.
With anticipation building around the Grammy Awards, Lana Del Rey’s announcement adds an exciting twist to the music landscape, suggesting a growing influence of country sounds in the mainstream.
