Stepping into a new phase of vulnerability and expression, ‘Arca’ marks a profound evolution for Arca, the Venezuela-born, London-based artist whose previous records redefined the edges of experimental electronic music. As their first release on XL Recordings, the album places the human voice at its center for the very first time, beginning with the arresting opener “Piel”—a tender, exposed statement that reshapes the emotional core of their sound. Across these compositions, Arca blends deconstructed electronics, fractured rhythms, and intimate vocal performances into a body of work that feels raw, instinctive, and deeply personal. The album also extends the creative dialogue with long-time visual collaborator Jesse Kanda, whose artwork mirrors the project’s themes of metamorphosis and physical vulnerability.

‘Arca’ embraces softness and chaos in equal measure, revealing a sonic world where whispered melodies coexist with moments of rupture and dissonance. Tracks like “Anoche,” “Reverie,” and “Desafío” illuminate the emotional range of Arca’s songwriting, while pieces such as “Whip” and “Castration” push further into experimental territory. Every gesture feels tactile and deliberate, as if sculpted from breath and memory. Through this fearless openness, Arca creates a self-titled album that stands as one of their most affecting and transformative works to date.

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