Declan McKenna Embraces Creative Renewal in Third Album 'What Happened To The Beach?'

The album explores themes of burnout, joy, and musical freedom, marking a significant departure from McKenna's earlier work.

Declan McKenna releases his third album, 'What Happened To The Beach?', exploring themes of burnout, creative renewal, and joy.
The album marks a departure from his previous work, embracing a more laid-back, synthetic sound influenced by a variety of artists.
McKenna's journey includes a self-imposed break, a move to Brighton, and a newfound focus on musical freedom and collaboration.
The album's creation was a process of relaxation and maturity for McKenna, leading to a collection of tracks that celebrate life and creativity.
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