
Lauren Mayberry Unveils ‘Change Shapes’ – A Glimpse into Artistic Evolution and Vulnerability

With a raw confession about the highs and lows of being under the spotlight, Lauren Mayberry pulls back the curtain on what it means to be an artist, a feminist, and a person attuned to the rigors of the music industry. ‘Change Shapes’ stands not simply as a single, but as a narrative that captures the essence of adaptation and personal growth.
- New single ‘Change Shapes’ is a masterful blend of vulnerability and artistry.
- Following ‘Shame’ and ‘Are You Awake?’, the track continues Lauren’s introspection and self-expression.
- The video uncovers the struggles between public persona and personal authenticity.
- Lauren embarked on a solo headline tour, including a notable performance at London’s KOKO.
In her own words, Lauren describes the duality of performance and identity: “I perform to the general public but also play a character inside the internal experience… How do I keep people happy enough that they’ll let me do the creative work that I want to?” This tension between external expectations and internal truth shines through in ‘Change Shapes’.
Lauren accentuates the oft-ignored paradox of feminist branding versus individual experiences within the industry, “… so much of the narrative around the band is “feminist”, but my experience inside of it hasn’t been a lot of the time.” Her honesty about these complexities offers a powerful look into the industry mechanics and gender dynamics.
Check out the insightful and moving video for ‘Change Shapes’ as Lauren Mayberry continues to defy norms and redefine her musical narrative.