Thirty years after she launched to the top of the charts as one-fifth of the Spice Girls, Melanie C is set to release her ninth solo album, ‘Sweat’, on May 1.
The I Turn To You hitmaker shared details of her latest project – her first since 2020’s self-titled LP – alongside its title track, which was released across platforms on Friday (October 17).
Inspired by her ’90s Costa Brava rave days, the record offers an escape amid “a very dark time” for the world, according to the singer.
“I’ve done a lot of soul-searching. Now I just want to have some fun and get people dancing again,” she says. “When we were young every weekend, we’d go out dancing all night long. In a room of friendly strangers, we found the place where we belong.”
“There are so many horrific things going on in the world, when you make pop and dance music, it can seem almost churlish.
“But music is what gets me through tough moments. I’m really happy I am bringing out a joyful record at a very dark time.”
Speaking about the title track – which she debuted live at Hoopla Malta – she added: “Sports, raving, finding joy – these elements are such a huge part of my personality. What works in the club works in the gym – there’s a real crossover.”
‘Sweat’ is released on May 1 and available to pre-order from Amazon, HMV, Rough Trade, Townsend and more.
Tracklist: Melanie C – Sweat
1. Sweat
2. Drum Machine
3. What Could Possibly Go Wrong
4. Til’ It Breaks
5. Pressure
6. Emotional Memory
7. Attitude
8. Good For Nothing
9. Undefeated Champion
10. Cashmere
11. Free To Love
12. One Track Mind
13. Flick Of The Wrist
Listen to Sweat and watch the official music video below.
In support of the album, Melanie has announced a one-off concert at O2 Academy Brixton on October 23, 2026.
