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Rosalía Sets Nov. 7 Release for 'Lux' as Madrid Probes Surprise Promo Stunt

The concept album channels female mysticism through multilingual vocals over full orchestral arrangements.

Overview

  • ‘Lux’ arrives Friday on streaming and in physical formats, with lyrics inspired by the lives and writings of saints and songs sung in 13 languages.
  • The Madrid city government has opened an inquiry into a Callao–Gran Vía projection linked to the rollout, with the vice mayor saying there did not appear to be express authorization.
  • Lead single “Berghain” features Björk and Yves Tumor with the London Symphony Orchestra and a symbolism‑heavy video that has driven the campaign.
  • The recording deploys orchestral and choral forces conducted by Daníel Bjarnason and includes guests such as Sílvia Pérez Cruz, Yahritza, Estrella Morente and Carminho.
  • The promotion includes private listening sessions in Mexico City and a Barcelona event on Nov. 5, with three bonus tracks on physical editions and a first live presentation at the Los40 Music Awards in Valencia on Nov. 7.