Melbourne-based digital pop auteur Katie Dey is set to return with her latest studio effort, universal will. Marking her first full-length release in three years—excluding last year’s rarities collection—the album follows her acclaimed 2021 project, never falter hero girl. As fans eagerly anticipate the new record, Dey has offered a first glimpse into the project with the release of the lead single, “for you.”
The new track signals a shift in sonic direction for the artist. While maintaining the signature lyrical depth that has defined her career, “for you” leans into a more aggressive, rock-oriented sound. The song opens with heavy, driving percussion and distorted electric guitars, gradually unfolding into an expansive, five-minute epic. Despite the increased intensity, the track remains anchored by Dey’s evocative songwriting, featuring striking imagery such as the standout line, “not a person just a bundle of data points.”
While details regarding the album remain scarce across digital platforms, the tracklist for universal will has been confirmed:
- 01 “for you”
- 02 “shadow self”
- 03 “masterplan”
- 04 “fearless zone”
- 05 “emerging from debris”
- 06 “vacant lot / home”
- 07 “last night of the world”
- 08 “angel in the server room”
- 09 “unfathomable you / catherine wheel”
- 10 “universal will”
universal will is scheduled for release on November 6. Fans can prepare for the upcoming project by listening to the lead single now.
