Σtella announces Adagio album and single release with Sub Pop on April 4

Greek musician Σtella, also known as Stella Chronopoulou, has announced the release of “Adagio,” a new single and the title track of her upcoming album, set to be released on April 4 through Sub Pop Records. The single is accompanied by an official video directed by Debora Maité. The song focuses on the concept of slowing down and taking time to fully experience life.

Title: Adagio
Artist: Σtella
Release Date: 2025-04-04
Genres: Indie Rock
Label: Sub Pop Records
Description: Σtella is a musician and songwriter from Greece, merging elements of pop with Greek influences. Her work combines modern and traditional styles.

“Adagio” features light percussion, nylon-string guitar, and psychedelic keyboard arrangements. Σtella’s lyrics emphasize the value of slowness and calmness, creating a reflective atmosphere. The track serves as a preview of the full album, which explores themes of love, desire, and time over its 27-minute runtime. Written and recorded over five years, the album includes contributions from international collaborators such as Rafael Cohen (!!!) and Gabriel Stebbing.

Σtella is a Greek musician and songwriter originally from the rural outskirts of Athens. Her music bridges contemporary and traditional elements, focusing on sophisticated pop compositions. She has released five albums, gaining wider recognition with her 2022 release Up and Away, her debut with Sub Pop. The album brought her international attention, with over three million monthly listeners on Spotify and notable placements in the HBO series Industry and an H&M campaign.

Her work often blends Greek influences with global music styles, and her collaboration with other artists has expanded her creative output. Σtella’s discography includes tracks in both English and Greek, the latter introduced in her upcoming album Adagio. This marks a new direction in her artistic career, integrating personal and cultural influences into her evolving musical style.

The album Adagio will be available on April 4 through Sub Pop Records.

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