Harry Styles dropped a new single and music video that feels like a fever dream, and he’s also announced a seven-city residency. The singer’s return after nearly three years of silence has fans buzzing about the bold visuals, the track’s lyrical meaning, and the upcoming tour dates.
At a Glance
- Harry Styles releases “Aperture,” a video that blends mundane hotel chores with surreal chase scenes.
- The single drops on Jan 22 and will feature on the album Kiss All the Time, out Mar 6.
- A seven-city residency called Together, Together will run from May through Dec with 50 stops.
- Why it matters: It marks Styles’ first new music in years and signals a new era of theatrical storytelling.
The Video: A Fever Dream
The music video for “Aperture” premiered on Jan 23. Directed by Aube Perrie-known for “Satellite” and “Music for a Sushi Restaurant”-the clip starts with Styles doing ordinary tasks in a hotel room. He then notices a mysterious man in sunglasses following him. After a tense stare-down, the man chases Styles down a building and both tumble down a long flight of stairs.
When they recover, a full-blown fight erupts. The song’s pace shifts and the duo suddenly engages in a synchronized dance routine. Styles even performs a Dirty Dancing lift, followed by backflips down a hallway. By the end, he returns to the hotel room alone, as if nothing had happened.
The surreal visuals echo the song’s theme. “It’s best you know, What you don’t, Aperture lets the light in,” the singer sings, referencing a camera’s aperture, the setting that controls how much light enters the lens.
Song & Album Details
“Aperture” is Styles’ first single in almost three years. It will appear on his forthcoming album Kiss All the Time, scheduled for release Mar 6. The track’s lyrics emphasize unity: “We belong together, It finally appears it’s only love.”
The album will feature 12 tracks, including:
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aperture |
| 2 | American Girls |
| 3 | Ready, Steady, Go! |
| 4 | Are You Listening Yet? |
| 5 | Taste Back |
| 6 | The Waiting Game |
| 7 | Season 2 Weight Loss |
| 8 | Coming Up Roses |
| 9 | Pop |
| 10 | Dance No More |
| 11 | Paint By Numbers |
| 12 | Carla’s Song |
Tour Announcement
Styles announced a seven-city residency titled Together, Together. The tour will span 50 stops across the globe, with dates from May through Dec. Key cities include:
- Amsterdam
- London
- São Paulo
- Mexico City
- New York
- Melbourne
- Sydney
In the United States, the residency will feature 30 shows at New York City’s Madison Square Garden. The only U.S. stops, it will be. The artist will also perform a six-night run at Wembley Stadium in London.
Key Takeaways
- First new music in years: “Aperture” marks a bold return.
- Visual storytelling: The video blends everyday scenes with surreal chase and dance.
- Album release: “Kiss All the Time” drops Mar 6.
- Global residency: 50 stops, 30 shows in NYC, six nights at Wembley.
- Fan anticipation: The combination of music, visuals, and tour plans has reignited interest in Styles’ career.
The blend of a high-concept video, a new album, and a global tour underscores Harry Styles’ commitment to pushing creative boundaries while delivering a robust live experience.
