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DRAMA
announce third
studio album
PLATONIC ROMANCE
Out November 14 via AWAL
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Photo: Brayton Bowers
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“Seductively danceable, DRAMA nails the emotional intricacies of an imbalanced relationship.” – Rolling Stone
“Known for seamlessly blending electronic and R&B beats in their music, the duo’s newest single continues to break those musical barriers with its soft vocals, alluring R&B undertones, and electrifying club-worthy beats.” – Flaunt
“Characterized as a dynamic blend of electro and dance infused with raw energy, DRAMA’s music is a testament to the creative mastery of both Shehade and Rosa.” – Chicago Sun Times
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Chicago-based duo DRAMA – composed of producer Na’el Shehade and vocalist Via Rosa – officially announce their highly anticipated third studio album, Platonic Romance, set for release on November 14, 2025 via AWAL.
Renowned for their intoxicating fusion of house, R&B, soul, and dance-pop, DRAMA delivers their signature “lovesick” sound with heightened emotional clarity and artistic depth on Platonic Romance – their first full-length release since 2020’s critically acclaimed Dance Without Me. The 13-track album marks a bold evolution in the duo’s sonic journey, offering a rich and textured exploration of heartbreak, emotional growth, acceptance, and the nuance of human connection.
An immersive collection, Platonic Romance represents the most fully realised expression of DRAMA’s genre-blurring identity to date. Rosa’s evocative, soul-drenched vocals pair seamlessly with Shehade’s intricate and lavish production, creating a soundscape that is both deeply vulnerable and irresistibly danceable.
Though formal work on the album began in 2024, the record also features material that has been in development since the duo’s early days.
“It’s a mix of songs we’ve written recently and others we’ve been holding onto for years – waiting for the right moment when everything just clicks,” says Rosa. “In many ways, it feels like we’ve been working on this album our entire lives.”
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Photo: Brayton Bowers
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The title and overarching theme of Platonic Romance is a tribute to the profound creative partnership at the heart of DRAMA
“The music reflects how two people can share romantic, emotional, and deeply intimate experiences without it being romantic in the traditional sense,” Rosa adds. “Na’el and I have a platonic love that’s rooted in trust, honesty, respect, and loyalty. We’re best friends and collaborators, and that dynamic shapes everything we create together.”
The announcement follows a string of career highlights that have seen DRAMA evolve from underground favourites to international mainstays. With a string of acclaimed releases including Dance Without Me (2020) and Till We Die (2023), the duo has collaborated with artists such as Gorgon City and Flight Facilities, supported Coldplay, ODESZA, and Jungle on global tours, and captivated audiences at Coachella, Lollapalooza, Outside Lands, and Electric Forest. Their breakout collaboration “You’ve Done Enough” with Gorgon City has now surpassed 100 million streams worldwide.
Platonic Romance promises to be DRAMA’s most definitive statement yet – a powerful blend of emotional storytelling, genre-defying production, and the kind of chemistry only a truly unique partnership can yield.
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