Wasia Project Announces Debut Album ‘Nocturne’ with Striking New Single ‘Bleeding Gold’

Just as the seasons are shifting, sibling duo Wasia Project—Will Gao and Olivia Hardy—have returned with a track that feels like an instant centerpiece for the upcoming year. Their new single, “Bleeding Gold” isn’t just another addition to their catalog; it carries the heavy, exciting weight of a major milestone.

The single arrives alongside the official announcement of their highly anticipated debut studio album, Nocturne, which is set to land on September 18, 2026. For anyone who has been tracking their steady rise since the Heartstopper-fueled breakthrough of “Ur So Pretty,” this moment feels both earned and incredibly vital.

The Sonic Evolution

Produced by St Francis Hotel and mixed by Mark “Spike” Stent, “Bleeding Gold” leans into an atmospheric, widescreen indie-pop sound without losing the intimacy that made listeners fall in love with the duo in the first place.

The track opens with Olivia Hardy’s distinct, layered vocals suspended over a hazy, dreamlike backdrop. When the steady drum groove finally locks in, the song finds its pulse, building gracefully into a driving, propulsive chorus. It balances a massive, expansive sonic space with a grounded rhythm section, showcasing a band that knows exactly how to let a arrangement breathe.

Key Lyric:

“And now I’m running down the back road / It’s just one foot at a time / I’ll see you here tomorrow, but I’m leaving for tonight…”

Nostalgia and Moving Forward

The emotional core of “Bleeding Gold” deals with the bittersweet friction of growing up and looking back. It tackles the weight of time passing, addressing the reality of outgrowing places and younger versions of yourself while carrying those memories forward.

As the band notes, the track centers on nostalgia and returning to your roots—recognizing that while you can’t physically step backward into the past, those formative experiences remain a permanent part of your identity as you move ahead.

Looking Ahead to ‘Nocturne’

Coming on the heels of their electronic-leaning single “2515,” Nocturne marks a deeper, perhaps darker chapter for Wasia Project.

• Release Date: September 18, 2026 (via LAOLAO Records / AWAL)

• Tracklist: 12 tracks

• The Palette: A more nocturnal, cinematic exploration blending electronic alt-pop, soul, and their foundational jazz-infused piano work.

• Core Themes: Isolation, fractured connections, and the realities of coming of age.

After a massive stretch of live dates—including a North American run with Laufey and a string of sold-out headline dates across major cities—Wasia Project is stepping into their debut album cycle with remarkable clarity. “Bleeding Gold” serves as a brilliant primer for exactly where they are headed next.