Singer-songwriter Tori Kelly has released a new album through Epic Records that explores her transition into motherhood. The project draws heavily from her life with husband André Murillo and their infant son.

Voice memos recorded while nursing in Los Angeles

Kelly's creative process for this project was defined by a sense of "creative urgency" that bridged the gap between domestic life and professional artistry. According to the report, the singer often captured musical ideas via voice memos while nursing her son. This intimate method of songwriting allowed her to tap into a level of vulnerability that she previously had not explored.

While many of the songs were developed in solitude, Kelly eventually moved the project into a professional studio setting in Los Angeles.. There, she collaborated with producers Tommy King and Dan Farber to transform those raw,personal moments into a polished studio recording.

Songwriting sessions during the 2025 Ed Sheeran tour

The timeline of the album reveals a period of intense professional and personal multitasking. The release comes just six months after Kelly gave birth to her first child with André Murillo. Interestingly, the report mentions that some of the album's tracks emerged while Kelly was touring Europe alongside Ed Sheeran during the summer of 2025.

This overlap suggests that the themes of the album were being shaped even while Kelly was navigating the high-energy environment of international touring.. The ability to balance the demands of a major tour with the inspirations of new motherhood appears to have provided a unique, albeit busy, backdrop for the record's creation.

The R&B-pop fusion of 'Control' and 'Dive'

Musically, the new project leans into a sophisticated blend of pop and R&B styles. The album features the previously released singles "Control" and "Dive," which serve as anchors for the record's sonic identity. To achieve this specific sound,Kelly worked with a diverse group of collaborators, including producers and co-writers DIXSON, Nija Charles, Emily Warren, and Ammo.

By working with these specific creators, Kelly has challenged herself to move beyond standard pop tropes. the goal was to implement more specific and deep lyricism, moving away from the more generalized themes of her earlier carreer to reflect her current "full-hearted conviction" in her songwriting.

The missing name of the new Epic Records project

Despite the detailed description of the album's themes, the source leaves several specific details unverified. Most notably , while the report explains that the album's title is a reflection of "the quiet work of protecting your peace amid the constant noise of the outside world," it never actually explicitly names the album itself.

Furthermore, there are unanswered questions regarding the extent of André Murillo's involvement; while he is creedited as a primary source of inspiration, the report does not clarify if he contributed to the musical production. Finally, beeyond the two mentioned singles, the full tracklist and the specific release date for the complete body of work remain unconfirmed by the provided details.