American singer and songwriter Joe Jonas is about to release his second solo album "Music for People Who Believe in Love", which will be officially released on October 18, 2024. This album It is a continuation of his first solo album "Fastlife" released in 2011. With the release of the second single "What This Could Be" on October 4, 2024, Jonas's musical journey once again attracted widespread attention.
"I'm excited and thrilled that I get to share these new pieces."
On May 29, 2024, Jonas began previewing the music for his new album via TikTok, bringing out the process of working with some of his favorite artists and producers. Jonas said these deeply personal creations led him to decide to release the album, and that the decision also reflected his recent life experiences, especially his role as a father and his relationship with his wife Sophie Turner. ) between divorces.
"These works are like a diary, recording the uncertainties of life and finding gratitude in loss."
In an exclusive interview with Rolling Stone, Jonas mentioned that he views these new works as more direct and personal expressions, and made it clear that these works "feel just like his previous albums." Like a different person". He describes this creative process as freeing yet daunting, allowing him to reflect on his life from an independent perspective.
The concept of this album is not limited to the expression of personal emotions, but also includes his role and feelings as a father. When he wrote the single "Work It Out," he tried to incorporate the nourishment of family and fatherhood into it, making the song an anthem of hope and love. Jonas believes that part of making music is about finding a sense of safety and belonging, and composed the song in one short session.
"This song gave me a sense of belonging, which accelerated the production process."
After enlisting the support of his brothers—Kevin and Nick, the Joe brothers—Jonas quickly put the album together. He revealed that the album took shape very quickly, taking only a few weeks, and mentioned that he collaborated with many artists he respected during the creation process, which was really a precious experience for him.
Jonas further explained that the album is full of unpolished ideas and sonic experiments. His music combines elements of garage rock, alternative pop and 90s country music. His unique melodies and lyrics provide a perspective on seeking gratitude for the uncertainty of life. In this meaningful process, Jonas's reflections and emotions are fully reflected.
"This album is my most personal musical work to date."
As the album release date approaches, Jonas also collaborated with Dutch fashion brand Scotch & Soda to create a series of personalized clothing, extending the album's atmosphere into the fashion field. He was inspired by the 1970s and wanted every piece of clothing he designed to carry lyrics from his songs to make it more personal.
The first single "Work It Out" from the album was released on July 19, 2024. With its release, Jonas established a closer connection with fans, and also released it on October 12, 2024. A free show was held at the Théâtre de la Clambra in Paris. During the performance, he not only performed new songs, but also sang "Hey Beautiful" with French singer Louane. He revealed on Instagram that he will tour around the world next, and fans can choose the cities they want him to perform in through his official website.
Taken together, Joe Jonas's new music is not only an auditory exploration, but also an emotional journey about self-growth and family. In this current period of exploration, his personal story and music are perfectly intertwined with new vitality. And in this new musical journey, how will Jonas face his life and creation? Perhaps it will become a topic for us to discuss together, worthy of every listener's deep thought and expectation?