Prateek Kuhad’s new album ‘Full Moon Chamber’ delves into heartbreak, self‑reflection and a collaborative creative process. Recorded across Los Angeles and New York, the record blends personal lyricism with a fresh sonic palette.

Key Takeaways

  • Prateek Kuhad releases new album “Full Moon Chamber”
  • Album explores love, identity and inner calm
  • Collaborative production in LA shapes the record’s sound

On a breezy Chennai night, Prateek Kuhad joined a call from Los Angeles to discuss his latest work, “Full Moon Chamber.” The album, his first full‑length release since 2022’s “The Way That Lovers Do,” marks a decisive shift in his artistic trajectory after the global breakthrough of the 2018 single “Cold Mess.”

Creative Roots of the Record

Recorded in studios spanning New York and Los Angeles, the album is a meditation on love, belonging and self‑discovery. Kuhad explains that most of the songs were penned while he was in Los Angeles, a city whose “unique energy” and thriving community of musicians and producers seeped into the music’s DNA. The city’s influence is more than a backdrop; it became a catalyst for lyrical honesty.

Shift Toward Collaboration

Earlier albums saw Kuhad write a song solo before handing it over for production. With “Full Moon Chamber,” he deliberately stepped back from the production helm, inviting a host of collaborators—including Los Angeles‑based producer Nick Ruth—to co‑create. “Each track has its own workflow; sometimes the melody comes first, sometimes the texture,” he laughs, highlighting the organic, non‑linear nature of the project.

New Emotional Terrain

Tracks such as “If I Cannot Be Yours” probe the fear of losing oneself in a relationship, reflecting a broader emotional canvas beyond heartbreak. While Kuhad acknowledges the constant “judgment” from fans and critics, he asserts that he has moved past the phase where external opinions dictate his art. “Now I just do what I want,” he says, underscoring a newfound artistic freedom.

Film, Series and Independent Music Landscape

Kuhad’s résumé includes songs for films like “Bar Bar Dekho,” “Karwaan,” and the Netflix series “Mismatched.” He notes that writing for a character in a film differs from crafting a personal album, yet neither is inherently harder—only the narrative lens changes. Over a decade in the industry, Kuhad has witnessed India’s indie‑music ecosystem blossom into a vibrant community of venues, artists and audiences.

“Full Moon Chamber” is now streaming on all major platforms, offering listeners a fresh chapter in Kuhad’s evolving soundscape.