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CLANDESTINA Announces Debut EP ‘Politically Erect’




“She raps like she breathes at high altitudes—fast, loud, without a safety net.” - Extravafrench

“CLANDESTINA proves that rap can be both fun and self-reflective simultaneously.” - Zillions Magazine

“Clandestina offers reggae with solid foundations, yet infused with a contemporary sensibility.” - IGGY Magazine


Swedish rapper and singer-songwriter CLANDESTINA, a globe-trotting artist, lived and performed in Paris and Barcelona in 2025 and is set to release her debut EP Politically Erect on February 13, 2026. The EP is a bold, genre-blending exploration of identity, politics, and personal reflection. Earlier work has featured lyrics in Swedish, English and Spanish with collaborations in Arabic. The release is managed and promoted by Decent Music PR, the UK-based independent music PR agency specialising in emerging and innovative artists.


“We’re thrilled to be working with CLANDESTINA on this project,” says Danielle Holian, Decent Music PR. “She is one of those rare artists who bridges cultures, languages, and genres with effortless authenticity. Her debut EP, Politically Erect, is as thought-provoking as it is sonically bold, tackling complex social and political themes while keeping the beats infectious. She’s a true global voice—someone who makes you think, feel, and move at the same time. We’re excited to see it reach listeners everywhere.”


CLANDESTINA began her musical journey in 2025 in Barcelona with the collaboration “Jamas Khalas” alongside local artist Yuyu Bala, view here. Rapping and singing across multiple languages, she weaves together heavy beats with thought-provoking lyrics that challenge, reflect, and engage listeners without compromising on melody or rhythm.


A digital nomad, activist, and language enthusiast, she has been deeply influenced by international travels, notably to India and Mexico, and has been based in places such as Berlin, Colombia and Cuba. At the moment: Mallorca and Tenerife. Cross-cultural experiences and an early background in development studies and international relations have informed her art, as well as commitments such as speaking engagements at a UN conference and the World Expo.


“I put lyrics first,” CLANDESTINA explains. “I love mixing languages and cultures, exploring contradictions, and asking questions without pretending to have all the answers.”


About Politically Erect

The EP tackles pressing social and political themes—polarisation, systemic oppression, male sexuality, narcissism, trauma, climate change, and the blessings and burdens of a global identity—through a mix of rap, singing, and spoken word. Each track invites reflection rather than preaching, blending philosophical insight with raw emotion.


Track Highlights:

  • Don’t Quit – Examines power dynamics, violence, and systemic oppression, particularly resonant to a U.S. audience.

  • Man Made – A compassionate exploration of male sexuality, hookup culture, and vulnerability.

  • Hymns to the Child I Love – A short acapella exploring intimacy and heartbreak, both personal and for the world.

  • Soldiers – Spoken word piece dissecting violent masculinity from a compassionate lens, trying to understand what can seem incomprehensible.

  • Bigger Than Paris – Written for COP26, a commentary on climate change, global responsibility and our interconnectedness.

  • Landet Istid (Ice Age Land) - Concluding the EP is a lighter composition shaped by Spanish rhythms contrasting the theme of the cold North, offering a refreshing contrast to the earlier tracks. The finale is presented as a remastered bonus track of CLANDESTINA’s first song in Swedish, with reflections on topics such as feminism, sexual identity, religion, and the complexities of a Swedish identity in a global context.


While Politically Erect emphasises rap and rhythmic intensity, CLANDESTINA’s upcoming full-length album in 2026 will explore softer, folk-inspired, and more personal sounds, expanding her artistry while remaining true to her lyrical roots.


About CLANDESTINA:

Raised in Stockholm, with ties to Uppsala and Hälsingland, she discovered rap and rhythm early on, beginning to play drums at 12 and growing up in a family where songwriting could mark personal milestones. Without formal musical training, she brings over a decade of self-taught songwriting experience, a deep love of languages, and a strong commitment to social activism to her work. Fluent in multiple languages and currently studying French, Hindi and Arabic, her music reflects the perspective of a global citizen navigating diverse cultures, identities, and international influences within the rap scene.


Find out more about CLANDESTINA: Website, Instagram, Spotify, YouTube


About Decent Music PR:

Decent Music PR represents stunning artistic talent across the globe and across genres. We use a comprehensive array of strategies to boost exposure for independent artists, managers and record labels. Decent Music PR has quickly established itself as the most reliable and trustworthy music promotion service in the UK. This is because our results-driven values and determination to preserve integrity and transparency are at our core. Our formidable team of music marketing specialists have decades in the industry and has long understood the critical need for growth to be organic and real.


Press Contact:

Danielle Holian - Decent Music PR

Telephone/Whatsapp: +44 (0) 204 572 2260

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