Ruel has proven himself to be one of the brightest rising stars of this generation. Since his 2017 debut, he has performed alongside artists such as Khalid, has performed at Opening Ceremony of the 2018 Commonwealth Games, and has sold out three world tours! Today, he returns with his brand new EP Bright Lights, Red Eyes.
Bright Lights, Red Eyes is Ruel’s third EP, following last year’s Free Time. The project was written entirely in Paris, and features his previous singles “as long as you care” and “say it over” feat. Cautious Clay!
Ruel says, “I want to get across that this project is another step forward in maturity for me. Free Time was a step up from Ready, and this Bright Lights, Red Eyes EP is a step up again. This project was a stream of consciousness when I was writing it at the time, and I feel like that’s the way all projects and songs are for me. They are moments in time. This project isn’t who I am right now as I wrote these songs last year, but it’s the most mature you’ve ever heard me and it was me, in that moment in time. The songs I’m writing now will be more mature again, and I love that my fans can come on this journey with me as I grow.”
What’s next for Ruel? Well, he’s prepping his debut album, which he promises will be more authentic than ever! “It’s a lot more layered, I want each project to have more meaning and purpose. I want to reflect on something important in my life, and give across a message that if people are feeling the same way that I am, it’s okay.”
We all can’t wait to hear it. Until then, give Bright Lights, Red Eyes a spin!
