The hyperpop-meets-digicore artist returns with a tribute to his origins.
18 · 07 · 2025
Today, North Carolina artist glaive makes a comeback with a high-energy new single, 'asheville.'
Glaive rose to prominence at the age of 16, releasing a series of emotionally charged digicore tracks on SoundCloud at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Since then, glaive has matured beyond his initial style and now showcases a more refined, cohesive sound. The first glimpse of this new phase, 'asheville,' pushes his hyper-pop inclinations to the extreme, transitioning from swirling segments to an upbeat four-on-the-floor anthem.
This new song—part reflection, part performance—takes its name from his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina, portraying a more resilient and evolved glaive who feels disconnected from the cherished memories of his youth.
Regarding his new release, glaive comments: “Upon returning to my hometown, I felt this newfound confidence mixed with a hint of embarrassment for having made ‘fuck this town’ because, ultimately, Asheville, NC is quite a nice place. Initially, it felt like a straightforward song about coming back home—but looking back months later, it seemed much angrier, and I'm unsure why. It captures the oddly confusing sensation of returning home and attempting to view a place differently when you’ve known it your whole life.”
This release follows glaive’s second studio album, 'May It Never Falter,' which was launched last year, marking the start of an independent chapter in his career.
Glaive has collaborated closely with a close-knit group of creators, including John Cunningham (XXXTENTACION, Kanye West), Ralph Castelli (Dora Jar, The Neighbourhood), and Jeff Hazin (Kali Uchis, renforshort). The album narrates a coming-of-age story set against the themes of adolescence and self-discovery.
Check out the 'Asheville' video below, which reflects a return to the nostalgic joy of playing football with childhood friends for his hometown team.
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Today, North Carolina artist glaive is back with an energetic new single titled “asheville.” He rose to prominence at the age of 16, sharing a