In a world obsessed with polish and perfection, our next summer cover star @laufey is chasing something different: a sound that’s a little wilder, a shade weirder, and a lot more honest. The Icelandic‑Chinese singer‑songwriter and Grammy winner has long been celebrated for her dreamy blend of jazz, lyricism, and nostalgia – but with her new album, A Matter of Time, she’s letting go of beauty for beauty’s sake.