Today marks the arrival of Le Youth’s third studio album, who are you really?. Following the massive success of About Us (2023), Wes James is diving deeper into the melodic, introspective house sounds that have defined his recent era. This record isn’t just a collection of club tracks; it’s a thematic exploration of identity and self-reflection. About Us was more focused on love, relationships, and heartbreak, but this one is an exploration of self As anticipation for the album was building before its release, Le Youth reached into the community he had built through live streams on Instagram and conversations with fans, where he addressed the album’s core question—who are you really?—by discussing his personal life, his own struggles with identity, and the pressure of the music industry. He dropped teasers such as ‘blinded’ and ‘Sanctuary’. We were fortunate to sit down with Le Youth before his album release to ask a few questions during Groove Cruise. The 14-track album: “This album isn’t just about the music; it’s about the questions we’re afraid to ask ourselves when the lights go down. I wanted to create something that feels honest—something that challenges the listener to look inward.” — Le Youth Album Highlights: “sanctuary” (with ALLKNIGHT): Released in late 2025, this track became an instant fan favorite for its classic Le Youth warmth and uplifting progression. ‘still my ecstasy’ (with Ella Poletti): A moodier, late-night anthem that teased the darker, more introspective corners of the album. “i don’t know what to say” (feat. Hana Fatur): A vulnerable, vocal-heavy track ready for fans to dance to, that bridged the gap between his About Us era and this new, deeper direction. “blinded” (with Orem): The final “big” single that dropped just weeks before the album, known for its cinematic breakdown that famously brought fans to tears when debuted during his set at Red Rocks. Up next for Le Youth, following the album release, he will be on tour across North America:Le Youth Releases Highly Anticipated New Album- ‘Who Are You Really?’
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who are you really?
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Title Track
The triumphant climax of the album.
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i don’t know what to say
Hana Fatur
Pre-release Single
Emotional centerpiece; deep and vulnerable.
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sanctuary
ALLKNIGHT
Lead Single
The big festival anthem; released late 2025.
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still my ecstasy
Ella Poletti
Pre-release Single
Darker, late-night club groove; broken down on IG Live.
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somebody new
Hana Fatur
Album Debut
melodic tension building emotional vocal track
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alone
Forester & Robertson
Pre-release Single
Mid-tempo, organic, “driving” house energy.
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i’m breaking down
Album Debut
Melodic, down-tempo
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so deep
Echo Romeo
Album Debut
Melodic instrumental vocal track
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to be honest
Ellee Duke
Mid-Temp driving vocal track
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when the night is over
Otherwish
Album Debut
Mid- Tempo Melodic vocal track
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i’ll be your anchor
Bertie Scott
Album Debut
Melodic, vocal track ready for the tour
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blinded
Orem
Final Single
The “Red Rocks ID” that went viral for its drop.
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home
Ella Poletti
Album Debut
Ella Polettie second vocal track on this album
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me and you (outro)
Album Debut
A soft, fading resolution