With eager anticipation, fans worldwide are counting down the days to the release of Lady Gaga's seventh studio album, Mayhem, scheduled to hit the shelves on March 7, 2025. This new effort follows on the heels of her previous work, Chromatica, released back in 2020, and the companion album Harlequin from 2024 based on the film Joker: Folie à Deux. The stakes are high, and the excitement palpable, as three singles from the album have already captured public attention: the collaborative track with Bruno Mars, Die With A Smile, and the two other enticing singles, Disease and Abracadabra.
Gaga has been candid about how Mayhem significantly differs from her earlier discography. During a recent interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, she articulated her deliberate choice to unbind herself from previous albums' thematic constraints. "Artpop was a vibe. Joanne was a sound, Chromatica had a sound all different [to the rest]... So I actually made the effort when making Mayhem to not do it. Not try to give my music an outfit," she shared, emphasizing her desire for fluidity and exploration in her latest project.
It appears Mayhem signals the dawn of a new era for Lady Gaga—one where listeners can expect genre-defying music shaped by diverse influences. The full tracklist has been revealed, including the noteworthy addition of Gesaffelstein as a featured artist. Fans are keeping their ears and eyes peeled for the final interview with Zane Lowe, which will premiere at 10 PM PT on March 5, 2025 (6 AM GMT on March 6).
On March 4, Gaga also launched her pop-up radio channel, GAGA RADIO, on SiriusXM, celebrating the milestones of her new album. The channel, available from March 4 to March 17, 2025, on satellite channel 15 and on the SiriusXM app until April 2, promises to deliver much more than mere music. Gaga has curated playlists featuring behind-the-scenes stories from the making of Mayhem, alongside her personal music favorites spanning various genres. This blend of classic and contemporary tracks aims to highlight the artistic influences and inspirations behind her new work. "MAYHEM explores themes of chaos and transformation, celebrating music’s power to unite, provoke, and heal," stated the SiriusXM venue.
Meanwhile, Gaga is not just resting on the release of her album. She’s making headlines for announcing her first performance in Mexico City in 13 years, set to take place on April 26, 2025, at the Estadio GNP Seguros. It's shaping up to be quite the event, promising to showcase multiple songs from Mayhem to her long-awaited fans. Not stopping there, following her album's launch, Gaga is set to take center stage as both host and musical guest on the popular show Saturday Night Live on March 8, 2025—less than 24 hours after her new music is released.
The pop icon's ambitious plans don't just stop at performances and her album. She has also confirmed the long-awaited sequel to her iconic 2009 single, Telephone, igniting fervor among dedicated fans. This promise of fresh material and live performances reinforces Gaga's status as one of the industry's most dynamic performers.
Beyond her musical endeavors, Gaga has also prioritized enhancing her online presence. A recent article by Shopify highlighted how her team orchestrated the transition from her old storefront to a new, interactive experience powered by the Hydrogen framework. This change intends to provide fans with enriched access to her music, merchandise, and exclusive content all reflected through her artistic vision.
Overall, Lady Gaga seems poised to redefine her sonic identity with Mayhem. Combining innovative promotional strategies, rich thematic explorations, and heartfelt connections with her fanbase, she is setting the stage for yet another landmark chapter of her career. With the album's release imminent and extensive plans ahead, audiences are left in eager anticipation of what Lady Gaga will bring next.