Lizzy McAlpine's "The Light In The Painting" Is Here: Your First Look at 'Angel'

Lizzy McAlpine just made our summer by releasing“The Light In The Painting,”the lead single from her highly anticipated fourth album‘Angel,’which drops September 18. The song was written nearly two years ago during the album’s creation in Los Angeles, and it’s the perfect introduction to where Lizzy’s creative head is at right now. What makes this release even more special is that she co-directed the accompanying music video with longtime collaborator Neema Sadeghi, giving fans a visual that matches the song’s dreamy, intimate energy.

The album represents a significant evolution for Lizzy. Instead of repeating what worked with her last project‘Older,’she’s diving into classic’70s Laurel Canyon folk influences while maintaining the contemporary indie production that defines her sound. Produced with Mason Stoops and Taylor Mackall,‘Angel’explores love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and the irreplaceable value of true friendships. Coming off the success of her 2024 album, which earned critical acclaim and spawned certified hits like“Spring Into Summer,”Lizzy’s ready to show a different side of herself while still maintaining the emotional authenticity her fans adore.

Beyond music, Lizzy’s expanding her creative footprint everywhere. She made her Broadway debut in‘Floyd Collins’at Lincoln Center Theater in 2025 and appeared in the film‘Only What We Carry’at Tribeca Film Festival. With‘Angel’on the way and her career reaching into new artistic territories, Lizzy McAlpine is proving she’s more than just a musician. What aspect of her career are you most excited about right now?