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After a sudden and explosive return to the music scene following years of radio silence, Harry Styles has been making waves in the industry with the music video for his brand-new single “Aperature.” The intense visuals and action-packed choreography go hand-in-hand with Harry’s new vibe: bold, electronically-inspired and dancefloor ready. From the gnarly staircase fall that took over six hours to perfect to daring backflips and perfectly-timed dance routines, Harry has outdone himself yet again in both creativity and styling.

Multi award-winning director Aube Perrie has described the new video as an “unhinged, high-energy blend of action, dance and surrealism,” further stating that it was a “fun, experimental project that breaks from typical music video tropes to match the song’s vibe.” Perrie worked closely with creative director Molly Jane and choreographer Ryan Heffington to deliver the industry-shaking project, rooted in the themes of artistic rebirth, embracing vulnerability and navigating the complexities of fame.

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The video follows Styles as he is chased through a brutalist hotel by a figure that fans have dubbed “The Stranger.” This individual, portrayed by choreographer Danny Dolan, is characterised by long dark hair and sunglasses, representing the singer’s fears of his past and a darker, more chaotic side of himself that he feels he is still running from. The pursuit continues before Styles engages in a choreographed dance sequence that symbolises an eventual reconciliation of his inner conflict.

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Shooting for the video occurred over the span of three days in multiple locations in and around Los Angeles, most famously including the iconic Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, which fans recognised as the set of Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” music video released back in 2024. Chosen for its distinct architecture and history as a popular filming location for many films and music videos previously, the hotel has a rich cultural background that goes hand in hand with Harry’s new style.

Fans are loving this new brand, which strays from the loosely retro, pop-rock feel of “Harry’s House” or the theatrical “Sign of the Times” with a more house-y sound as the star heads in a more electronic direction. Between the light beat and jolting blasts of distorted fuzz, Harry’s new rhythm has a more or less euphoric impact, carrying a simple yet resonant message for fans after years apart: “We belong together.”