Madame Gandhi Unleashes Empowering New Single "Rise!"

Award-winning artist, activist, and percussive powerhouse Madame Gandhi is back with a vengeance.

POSTED BY NADIA OUALNAN

Madame Gandhi has released her latest single, "Rise!" It is the second taste of her upcoming album Let Me Be Water (expected in May 2025). This self-affirming track, released in collaboration with global music nonprofit We Make Noise, is both a call to action and an ode to personal empowerment. True to Madame Gandhi’s ethos of uplifting and liberating marginalized voices, "Rise!" infuses percussive electronic music with spiritual energy. The song embodies the resilience, strength, and beauty of gender liberation, solidifying her place as a global rallying voice for equality. By seamlessly blending infectious beats with conscious messaging, Gandhi continues her mission to inspire action through music.

Produced by Drea Turk, Colby Lapolla, Madame Gandhi, and others, "Rise!" is a global dance anthem meant to uplift and inspire listeners wherever they may be. The track blends elements of Amapiano, soul, and jazz, creating a soundscape that is both timeless and futuristic. With its dynamic beats and harmonious layers, "Rise!" encourages listeners to channel their internal power for the betterment of the world.

Let Me Be Water is more than an album—it’s an ode to fluidity, adaptability, and the strength found in nature. Gandhi, a former percussionist for M.I.A., has built a reputation for merging electronic drum production with socially charged storytelling. This album is no exception. Recorded with an all-female, trans, and gender-expansive team in partnership with We Make Noise, a global music equity nonprofit, it stands as a testament to her unwavering commitment to inclusivity in the industry. 

Co-produced and performed by Gandhi and composed by 40 women and gender-expansive creatives, Let Me Be Water is a project rooted in both human connection and appreciation for the natural world. This upcoming album serves as an immersive celebration of love, resilience, and empowerment.

From her feminist-infused lyricism to her pulsating production, Madame Gandhi’s "Rise!" is more than just a track—it’s a movement. Get ready to feel the impact.

Listen to "Rise!" now and experience the power of Madame Gandhi’s rhythmic revolution.

You can stream "Rise!" on Spotify here!

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