Maude Latour, born October 8, 1999, is an American singer-songwriter known for her deep, emotional lyrics and experimental pop sound. She began writing songs at 15 and uploading them to Spotify at 17. Her first EP, High School High (2018), has since been removed, but her second EP, Starsick (2019), gained attention with tracks like “Shoot and Run,” written as a school project, and “Lovesick.”
Latour signed with Warner Records and released her breakout single, “One More Weekend,” in 2020, which has over 37 million streams. In 2021, she released her third EP, Strangers Forever, and embarked on her first headlining tour in 2022, covering 13 cities across North America. That same year, she released singles like “Headphones,” “Lola,” and “Trees,” and performed at major festivals, including Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits. She also covered Kim Wilde’s “Kids in America” for the Netflix film Do Revenge. Her EP 001 (2022) featured songs like “Living It” and “Reality Television.”
In 2023, Latour dropped Twin Flame, featuring hits like “Heaven” and “I Am Not the Sun.” In 2024, she released several singles, including “Too Slow” and “Whirlpool,” before unveiling her debut album, Sugar Water, on August 16. Critics praised the album for its blend of genres and thought-provoking themes. Rolling Stone called her an “Artist You Need to Know,” while PopMatters and Earmilk lauded her creativity and emotional storytelling.
Latour is set to open for Fletcher’s In Search of the Antidote Tour in late 2024, further solidifying her place as a rising star in pop music. Her introspective lyrics, combined with her captivating performances, continue to win over fans and critics alike.
