Macklemore Releases New Single and Video for “Maniac”
Written by SOURCE on August 19, 2022
Macklemore’s comeback continues with the release of his latest single “Maniac.”
Produced by frequent collaborator Ryan Lewis and Budo, “Maniac” follows the Seattle artist’s previously released single “Chant.” The track, featuring rising artist Windser on the hook, arrives alongside an accompanying music video, which is inspired by Outkast’s iconic video for their 2003 hit single “Hey Ya!”
“The first time I heard Windser singing the hook on ‘Maniac’ I fell in love with it,” Macklemore said about the song. “It’s infectious and relatable and I couldn’t get it out of my head. ‘Maniac’ is about the euphoria of a relationship that isn’t perfect, but an addictive journey of the ups and downs that make you both who you are.”
The release of “Maniac” comes as Macklemore is currently on a North American tour with Imagine Dragons. The 19-date tour kicked off August 5 at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, and will make stops in Boston, Toronto, Atlanta, and Las Vegas, before wrapping Sept. 15 at Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles.
Watch the music video for “Maniac” up top, and stream the track now on all major platforms.
