Hayley Williams Releases New Song "Showbiz"
Hayley Williams returns with a fresh track titled “Showbiz” as part of her latest album, Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party, which has just received its much-anticipated physical release.
Musical Style and Production
“Showbiz” features crisp drums, a vocoder-enhanced chorus, and shimmering synth layers, delivering a romantic indie pop vibe. The production, crafted by Williams and her collaborator Daniel James, evokes the smooth, syncopated rhythms reminiscent of Phoenix. Notably, Williams sampled Phoenix’s 2017 track “Fior di Latte” on her recent song “Love Me Different.”
Upcoming Tour Tease
While no official tour dates have been announced, a photo found on the album’s release website hints at a potential world tour. The image shows a list of cities that may be part of this tour, including major North American locations such as Atlanta, Toronto, Nashville, Chicago, Austin, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles, alongside several UK and European stops.
Previous Releases
“Showbiz” is the follow-up to the track “Good Ol’ Days,” with both songs featured on the physical edition of Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party.
Hayley Williams hinted at the tour with a photo showing a possible world tour route and her dog, describing the moments as “objectively cute.”
Summary: Hayley Williams continues to evolve her sound with “Showbiz,” blending romantic indie pop and synth elements, while teasing a future world tour supporting her album Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party.