Celebrated singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Janita is back with a bold new single, “Real Deal”. This release marks the first taste of her highly anticipated tenth studio album, Mad Equation, set to drop in May 2025. Produced by Blake Morgan (known for his work with Lenny Kravitz, Lesley Gore, and David Cloyd), the track signals a compelling evolution in Janita’s genre-defying career.
From her beginnings as Finland’s teenage pop sensation to achieving international acclaim, Janita has always carved her own path. Dubbed “Finland’s biggest pop star” by The Daily Telegraph in her early years, she later transitioned to the global stage, earning two Top-40 U.S. Billboard hits and building a dedicated fanbase across four continents.
Her latest single, “Real Deal,” reflects Janita’s artistic independence and rebellious spirit. Inspired by the films The 400 Blows and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, the track encapsulates the defiant nature of characters who live life unconventionally. “Being an artist is a mad pursuit,” Janita says. “It’s a permanent shootout, like Butch and Sundance, and I’m alright with it. More than alright—it’s the life I’ve chosen.”
Sonically, “Real Deal” is a testament to Janita’s ability to transcend labels. It’s steeped in the nuanced storytelling and raw emotion that have defined her work, while showcasing the meticulous production and fearless creativity Morgan brings to the table.
The title of the forthcoming album, Mad Equation, reflects Janita’s multifaceted identity. “People have spent years trying to figure me out—am I the blonde soul singer, the Finnish teen star, or the American alternative rocker? I’ve realized that maybe I’m a mad equation for some,” she shares. “This album is my answer to that puzzle.”
With accolades like Billboard Magazine calling her “timeless” and “sensuous,” and The Telegraph UK praising her “passion and conviction,” Janita continues to push boundaries. Her striking gender-bending style and piercing ice-blue gaze, often compared to Annie Lennox or Bowie’s Thin White Duke, further cement her status as a captivating presence in music.
