Sam Smith announces engagement to Christian Cowan, inspiring new album 'Hazel Eyes'
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Sam Smith has announced their engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan, a relationship that has inspired their upcoming fifth studio album, 'Hazel Eyes'. The album is set for release on August 21.
- Sam Smith is engaged to fashion designer Christian Cowan after approximately three years together.
- Their upcoming fifth studio album, 'Hazel Eyes', is inspired by their relationship with Cowan and is named after his eye colour.
- The album, featuring 12 tracks, will be released on August 21 via Capitol Records UK.
Sam Smith has announced their engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan. The singer confirmed the news in a new interview, revealing that their relationship of around three years inspired much of their forthcoming fifth studio album, 'Hazel Eyes'.
The album's title is derived from Cowan's eye colour. Smith described the opening track, 'Everlasting Love', as the first song they have written about "requited love," a departure from their earlier work exploring heartbreak.
'Hazel Eyes' is scheduled for release on August 21 via Capitol Records UK. The 12-track record includes contributions from Feist and Shahzad Ismaily, with parts recorded at New York’s Electric Lady Studios.
Smith will support the album with 'To Be Free' residencies in Manchester and London this September. They are set to perform twice at Manchester’s Albert Hall before playing eight nights at the London Coliseum between September 8 and 19.
Why this matters: Smith's new album explores themes of requited love and openly queer love songs, which the singer describes as a radical act amid ongoing discussions around LGBTQ+ rights.
What this means for you: You can pre-order the album 'Hazel Eyes' and purchase tickets for Sam Smith's 'To Be Free' residencies in Manchester and London in September.