Suzanne Vega – Flying With Angels (Grey Smoke Vinyl)

Suzanne Vega's latest studio album, Flying With Angels, was released on May 2, 2025, marking her first collection of entirely new material in over a decade. Produced by longtime collaborator Gerry Leonard, the album delves into themes of personal and societal struggle, with Vega noting that each song "takes place in an atmosphere of struggle—struggle to survive, to speak, to dominate, to win, to escape, to help someone else, or just live" .

Reviews

“Vega’s first album in a decade takes an abrupt turn, infused with a vibrancy and political urgency that is very ‘now’.” – Mojo

“A life-affirming experience that runs the gamut from bliss to dystopia.” – Louder Than War

“Flying with Angels reminds us that Suzanne Vega has always excelled at channelling life’s outsider observers.” – The Independent

“Hands up who had Suzanne Vega dropping a catchy pop-punk belter, sensual soul-infused love song, or early contender for Record Of The Year on their 2025 bingo card?” – Classic Pop

“Vega’s voice is the stronger, sharper unifier... she takes her bow with unshowy class.” – Shepherd Express