DUA SALEH ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM "I SHOULD CALL THEM" WITH THE RELEASE OF "WANT"

Sudanese-American artist Dua Saleh unveils details of their debut album "I SHOULD CALL THEM", set to release on October 11th, featuring collaborations with Gallant, serpentwithfeet, Sid Sriram, and Ambré, showcasing Saleh's versatile talents as a singer, songwriter, and sonic architect.

Dua Saleh, the multidisciplinary Sudanese-American artist, has set the stage for their debut album "I SHOULD CALL THEM", slated to release on October 11th. This highly anticipated record promises a journey through R&B-infused electronic indie-pop, reflecting Saleh's spiritual depth, resilience, and exploration of love.

The album features notable collaborations with Gallant, serpentwithfeet, Sid Sriram, and Ambré, alongside production contributions from Grammy-nominated producers such as Rogét Chahayed, Biako, Stint, and 1Mind. This marks Saleh's return to the forefront since their co-writing on Travis Scott’s UTOPIA track ‘MY EYES’, their role in Netflix's Sex Education, and their recognition as the 2023 Rising Star in Music by GAY TIMES.

"I SHOULD CALL THEM" is described as Saleh's most vulnerable work yet, weaving an apocalyptic narrative influenced by environmental anxieties and personal reflections on love. Each track showcases Saleh’s dynamic use of voice, painting landscapes that capture both the sweetness and challenges of love.

The latest single from the album, "want", delves into the complexities of toxic relationships and situationships. Infused with straightforward R&B and rock elements, the song explores the universal experience of being drawn to relationships that defy one’s intuition, yet contribute to a journey of self-discovery and self-worth. Reflecting on "want", Saleh shares,

“‘want’ is a song about toxic on-again, off-again situationships. It’s an anthem for those relationships that might not happen at the right time but feel so right that you go against your intuition. It’s about discovering self-worth, but still wanting to lean into that cheeky naughtiness.”

Accompanying "want" is a visually compelling music video directed by Grant Spanier, which captures the intricate emotions of the song. Portraying Saleh grappling with the desire for intimacy in a relationship fraught with toxicity, while acknowledging the profound bond that draws them together, these ain't visual you want to miss.