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Model/Actriz Releases 'Pirouette' and Launches Ambitious US-Europe Tour

The noise rock band, led by openly queer frontman Cole Haden, embraces personal vulnerability and pop-diva influences on their second album.

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Overview

  • Model/Actriz has released their second album, 'Pirouette,' which features more personal and vulnerability-driven lyrics compared to their debut, 'Dogsbody.'
  • The band kicks off their largest tour to date, with 32 confirmed dates across the US and Europe running through September 2025.
  • Frontman Cole Haden draws on influences from pop divas like Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue, as well as performance artist Marina Abramović, to shape the band's distinct sound and theatrical stage presence.
  • 'Pirouette' highlights Haden's exploration of queer identity, with lyrics intentionally emphasizing his sexuality and reflecting on his personal experiences.
  • Known for their physically intense live shows, the band and their audiences endure high-energy performances often resulting in injuries and emotional catharsis.