Charli XCX is poised to captivate fans once again with her latest musical endeavor, as she unveils 'House,' a haunting collaboration with John Cale of The Velvet Underground. This track will be part of the soundtrack for Emerald Fennell's cinematic adaptation of Emily Brontë's renowned novel, 'Wuthering Heights.' Scheduled for release on Monday, 'House' aims to usher listeners into a sonic landscape both eerie and lush.
Charli took to Instagram to share her enthusiasm about the project, describing 'House' as the "first offering" from her upcoming album for the film. Expressing her surprise and delight at diving into the new project, she confessed, "After being so immersed in my previous album, it was exhilarating to plunge into something completely new and opposite.” She further added, her vision of 'Wuthering Heights' encapsulates passion, pain, and the raw beauty of the English moors.
The teaser video of 'House' is as chilling as it is compelling. It features spine-tingling violin scores, an ominous voiceover, and a raven-like bird flashing dramatically on screen. The visuals are punctuated by Charli's intense gaze, captured as an elderly hand pins her down - an evocative preview of what fans can expect.
Charli didn’t shy away from sharing her admiration for John Cale, reminiscing about his words in The Velvet Underground's documentary about music being "elegant and brutal." Inspired and moved by these words, she reached out to Cale, seeking his collaboration on this new venture. Charli recounted, "That voice, so elegant, so brutal. I sent him some songs, and we delved deep into discussions about 'House.' His response was profoundly moving, and our collaboration exceeded my hopes, marking a moment I'll cherish."
Emerald Fennell, acclaimed for her work on 'Saltburn,' is at the helm of this ambitious adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights.' With notable performances promised by Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, slated as Catherine and Heathcliff respectively, the film sets to release on Valentine's Day, offering a fresh take on the timeless love story.
The film's trailer, released in early September, tantalizes with glimpses of Robbie and Elordi's impassioned performances, soundtracked by Charli XCX’s moody 'Brat' era track, 'Everything Is Romantic.' This upcoming project is part of an effervescent 2026 slate for Charli, who is also slated for roles and creative contributions in features like 'The Moment' and 'The Gallerist,' alongside Natalie Portman and Jenna Ortega.
As anticipation builds for both the film and its accompanying album, Charli XCX's 'House,' with John Cale, promises to be a poignant prelude, mixing elements of drama, gothic romance, and cutting-edge sound design. For fans of Charli, this new direction marks yet another exciting chapter in her flourishing creative journey.