World-renowned singer, dancer, and music producer XIN LIU makes a bold return with a brand new EP, “Passion,” in collaboration with 88rising. Following XIN’s previous album, O, this three-track project marks a vibrant sonic evolution in her discography — high-energy, immersive, and unapologetically confident. It is available today on all digital streaming platforms.
This latest EP weaves together three distinct yet seamlessly interconnected soundscapes. The title track, "Passion," channels the intimate electricity of a crowded dance floor, paying homage to synth-driven classics with smooth, feel-good rhythm and funky undertones. It’s the soundtrack to fleeting glances and love-at-first-sight moments. In contrast, "Balancing" offers pure sonic euphoria — reminiscent of a midsummer reverie layered with dreamy harmonies and an infectious beat, eliciting a thrilling rush of dopamine. Finally, "Easy" marks a gentle ending to the listener’s musical journey, with soft, breathy vocals gliding over weightless grooves and bittersweet melodies. A subtle Afrobeat-inspired cadence is woven into the track with polyrhythmic drumming, evoking the sensation of drifting through a hazy sunset. Together, these three tracks craft a full-body experience, blending intensity and chaos with calmness and elegance. This dynamic music project reaffirms XIN’s growing prowess as a boundary-pushing voice in contemporary pop.
After winning first place on the second season of the Chinese reality survival show “Youth With You 2”, she quickly solidified her status as one of China’s most influential artists. Her album, “Xanadu” shattered sales records, selling over 54 million copies worldwide and becoming the best-selling Chinese physical album. She continues to bring versatility into all her projects with the goal of bridging cultural divides as a global artist. Beyond music, she is recognized for her dynamic presence as a dancer and was the first female captain in the history of the Chinese dance competition show “Street Dance Of China”, guiding her team with expertise.
Her influence extends into the fashion world as the newest global ambassador for Dior, where she continues to turn heads on and off stage. Over the years, she has remained active as a fashion icon, gracing the covers of Harper’s Bazaar, GRAZIA, VOGUE, Cosmopolitan, and GQ, while fronting the campaigns for global brands such as Crocs, Sisley, New Era, and many more.
Within last year, XIN made history as the first female Chinese solo artist to perform at Coachella. Her single “Take A Sip” entered the U.S. Pop Radio Top 40 — the first for any Chinese female solo act. These milestones pave the way for a myriad of new opportunities in the new year, including her highly anticipated performance at 88rising’s Head in the Clouds Festival 2025 in Los Angeles on May 31st. Building on this momentum, ‘Passion’ presents XIN’s fresh, globally resonant vision for dance music — injecting a bold, new energy into the international pop scene.
<Photo credit: Courtesy of Xin Liu>
