The Journey into the Unknown: Claptone Unveils Details of Fourth Studio Album ‘Wanderer’
For over a year, Claptone has teased a new artistic era. Today, that vision becomes clear with the official announcement of Wanderer, his fourth studio album following the acclaimed trilogy of Charmer (2015), Fantast (2018), and Closer (2021). Set for global release on May 8, 2026, on his own Golden Path imprint, the album stands as both a bold transformation and a deep dive into the dreamlike universe that has defined Claptone for over a decade.
Spanning 11 tracks, Wanderer finds Claptone expanding his sonic vocabulary with quiet confidence. By incorporating organic instrumentation and warm analogue textures into his trademark melodic house framework, he has created a body of work that feels introspective yet accessible. "Rather than chasing immediacy, ‘Wanderer’ exists in the fragile tension between clarity and haze", Claptone explains. "I wanted each track to feel alive and breathing, inviting listeners into a parallel space where curiosity opens hidden doors."
The album’s architecture was first glimpsed in 2025 through standout singles like ‘Put Your Love On Me’ featuring Sea Girls, ‘Turn Up The Love’ with Crystal Fighters, and the ethereal ‘Phantasy’ featuring Raphaella. The momentum skyrocketed earlier this year with the release of ‘Black and Gold’, featuring the sensual vocals of Hannah Boleyn, a track that quickly secured heavy rotation on BBC Radio 1, Capital Dance, and Kiss FM.
Currently ranked #32 in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs—after an unprecedented five-year run as the world's #1 House DJ—Claptone continues to balance high-profile festival slots with deep artistic exploration. With his celebrated residency at Club Chinois Ibiza renewed for the upcoming season, Wanderer marks a pivotal chapter in his career. It is a record that offers escape without detachment and beauty that lingers just beyond reach, cementing Claptone's place as one of the most distinctive and enduring forces in modern electronic music.
Durante más de un año, el nombre de Claptone ha estado rodeado de una expectación silenciosa. Hoy, el misterio comienza a despejarse con el anuncio oficial de Wanderer, su cuarto álbum de estudio tras el éxito de su trilogía previa (Charmer, Fantast y Closer). Con fecha de lanzamiento para el 8 de mayo de 2026, este trabajo representa un punto de inflexión en su carrera: una evolución que mantiene su esencia melódica pero se atreve a explorar terrenos más profundos, íntimos y reveladores.
Wanderer es un mapa sonoro de 11 cortes donde Claptone demuestra su madurez como productor. El álbum se aleja de la urgencia de los festivales multitudinarios para abrazar una instrumentación más orgánica y texturas analógicas que invitan a la escucha pausada. "En una era de sobreexposición, ‘Wanderer’ abraza el poder de lo desconocido", afirma el artista. "Quería que cada pista se sintiera viva y respirara, rediseñando el momento suavemente en lugar de exigirlo".
