Florence + the Machine Announce New Album Everybody Scream for Halloween

Florence Welch returns with Everybody Scream, a mystical 12-track album arriving October 31, featuring collaborations with Aaron Dessner, Mitski, and Mark Bowen.

Florence and the Machine have announced the release of a new studio album, Everybody Scream, marking the band’s first full-length project since 2022’s Dance Fever. The title track, accompanied by a music video directed by Autumn de Wilde, was unveiled this week alongside the album artwork, also designed by de Wilde.

The record was written and produced over the past two years by Florence Welch, who continues to serve as the creative force behind the band. Welch collaborated with a number of prominent artists, including Mark Bowen of Idles, Aaron Dessner of The National, and Mitski. Additional contributions come from producer James Ford, known for his work with Arctic Monkeys and Depeche Mode; multi-instrumentalist James McAlister, a frequent Sufjan Stevens collaborator; and woodwind player Stuart Bogie, whose credits include work with Arcade Fire and TV on the Radio.

The title song, “Everybody Scream,” reflects Welch’s reputation for blending soaring vocal performances with dense, layered instrumentation. Its release suggests a continuation of the band’s exploration of themes such as resilience, emotional catharsis, and the relationship between vulnerability and strength—ideas that have defined much of Welch’s career.

Florence and the Machine first rose to international prominence with the release of Lungs in 2009. The album, which won the Brit Award for Best British Album, produced hits such as “Dog Days Are Over” and “You’ve Got the Love.” The group solidified their reputation with subsequent releases including Ceremonials (2011), a record praised for its gothic grandeur; How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful (2015), which earned Welch her first Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album; and High as Hope (2018), a more intimate and stripped-back collection that further showcased her lyrical range.

Their most recent album, Dance Fever, released in May 2022, debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and entered the top ten in several countries worldwide. Critics noted its mix of baroque pop, folk influences, and driving rhythmic energy, drawing comparisons to Welch’s earlier records while marking a new chapter in her artistry. The album’s singles, including “King” and “Free,” underscored her interest in exploring questions of gender, creativity, and the challenges of modern life.

With Everybody Scream, Welch signals an expansion of her creative circle while maintaining the hallmarks of the band’s sound: theatrical intensity, literary lyricism, and arrangements that build toward cathartic release. The addition of collaborators such as Dessner and Mitski suggests the new album may explore a broader sonic palette, incorporating elements of indie rock, folk, and experimental pop.

Since their emergence, Florence and the Machine have become one of the UK’s most distinctive musical exports, known for their dynamic live performances and Welch’s commanding stage presence. The group has headlined major festivals including Glastonbury and Coachella, and Welch herself has been celebrated as one of the most compelling vocalists of her generation.

As anticipation builds, Everybody Scream is positioned to continue the band’s trajectory as one of contemporary music’s most ambitious and emotionally resonant acts. The title track is now available on streaming platforms, and the full album is expected later this year.

Sources:

• Pitchfork
• NME
• Rolling Stone