Rising artist, producer, and songwriter THUNDER BAE has unveiled her debut album, A WOMAN, available now via Cleopatra Records. Entirely written by THUNDER BAE and co-produced alongside longtime collaborator Etienne Baret, the 14-track release is a bold exploration of identity, desire, heartbreak, empowerment, and self-discovery, establishing the Düsseldorf-born artist as one of Europe’s most intriguing new voices.
Growing up in Düsseldorf, the birthplace of electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk, THUNDER BAE developed a sound that effortlessly bridges electronic music, indie rock, alternative pop, and trap while placing deeply personal songwriting at its core. The result is an emotionally rich debut that refuses to be confined by genre.
An Album That Embraces Every Contradiction
At its heart, A WOMAN examines the complexities of modern womanhood through an unfiltered lens. Throughout the album, THUNDER BAE navigates themes of love, sexuality, ambition, shame, vulnerability, and resilience, creating a body of work that celebrates authenticity over perfection.
Rather than portraying femininity as something to aspire toward, the album embraces its contradictions, finding strength through lived experience and confidence through emotional honesty. Even its title reflects that philosophy, intentionally stripping away labels and expectations to focus on the simple yet powerful declaration: A WOMAN.
Musically, the record mirrors that emotional range. The title track offers an intimate, stripped-back portrait of vulnerability, while “Oh My Sword” embraces theatrical art-pop grandeur. Elsewhere, “Godswork” delivers sharp trap-pop commentary on power, performance, and personal autonomy, with each song adding another layer to the album’s exploration of agency and self-acceptance.
Speaking about her creative approach, THUNDER BAE explains:
“I don’t think in genres. I don’t think anyone really does. When we feel something, it moves us—either inside or physically.”
That mindset permeates every corner of A WOMAN, allowing the album to move seamlessly between cinematic electronic production, gothic textures, baroque flourishes, alternative pop, and intimate piano ballads. While listeners may hear echoes of artists like Kate Bush, The Weeknd, and Cocteau Twins, THUNDER BAE ultimately crafts a sound that feels entirely her own.
Visual Storytelling Continues with “Mercybeggingboys”
Alongside the album release, THUNDER BAE has shared the music video for “Mercybeggingboys,” filmed in Malibu, California. The visual serves as a symbolic act of transformation, capturing a personal journey of emotional release and renewed self-confidence.
Reflecting on the video’s meaning, she says:
“This video captures a moment of emotional cleansing: washing off the pain my past left on me, leaving behind the version of myself that begged to be chosen, understood or forgiven, and stepping into a new era with more power, clarity and self-possession.”
Another standout, “Gay Alice In Wonderland,” reimagines familiar fairy tale imagery as an exploration of queer identity, longing, transformation, and escape, showcasing THUNDER BAE’s talent for pairing imaginative storytelling with deeply personal themes.
Building Momentum Beyond Her Solo Career
In addition to launching her solo career, THUNDER BAE recently became the lead vocalist for legendary synth-pop pioneers Propaganda. Their collaboration resulted in the group’s acclaimed 2024 album and continued into 2025 through a series of remix releases featuring artists including Moby, Rhys Fulber of Delerium, Jimi Tenor, and others, introducing her distinctive voice to audiences across the electronic and alternative music worlds.
Following growing online momentum and performances at iconic Los Angeles venues including The Viper Room and Bar Sinister, THUNDER BAE is preparing to bring A WOMAN to audiences across Germany with a series of upcoming live performances. Additional music videos and the forthcoming singles “Goodnight” and “7 Figures” are also scheduled for release as she continues expanding the world surrounding her debut album.
With A WOMAN, THUNDER BAE delivers an uncompromising introduction that values emotional honesty over convention, offering a striking debut that blends fearless songwriting with cinematic production while announcing the arrival of a singular new artistic voice.