Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' Marks a Return to Dance-Pop Roots

The new album delivers a blend of nostalgia and innovation, showcasing Gaga’s signature style while exploring fresh musical directions.

Lady Gaga’s seventh album, 'Mayhem,' is her first in five years and reflects a return to her early dance-pop sound reminiscent of 'The Fame.'
The album features a mix of high-energy Eurodance tracks, funk, and synth-pop, with standout songs like 'Abracadabra,' 'Garden of Eden,' and 'Killah.'
Themes of fame, identity, and love are central, with Gaga tackling the dark side of celebrity and personal expression in tracks like 'Perfect Celebrity' and 'Vanish Into You.'
Collaborators include producers Andrew Watt, Gesaffelstein, and Cirkut, who help create a polished and varied sound across the 14 tracks.
Critics praise 'Mayhem' for balancing callbacks to Gaga’s early work with contemporary influences, solidifying her status as a pop innovator.