Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, has announced the debut of a brand new original content series titled “Artist Portrait.” The project offers fans an immersive look into their favorite artists through exclusive performances and personal commentary filmed in meaningful, real-world locations.

The series officially launches with Conan Gray, who performs “Actor” from his highly anticipated new album Wishbone. The first installment is now available to stream, with two additional performances scheduled to arrive throughout October. The rollout will conclude with a short film combining both live performances and cinematic storytelling for a deeper portrait of Gray’s artistry.

In this debut episode, Gray performs “Actor” in a wood-paneled attic overlooking the sea, surrounded by his band and the comforting hum of nostalgia. Sitting cross legged with his guitar, he delivers a raw and heartfelt rendition of the song, which reflects on heartbreak and the disorienting feeling of watching someone act as if love never existed. The stripped down performance captures the intimacy and emotion that have defined his career.

Conan Gray and Vevo share a long creative history, including early performances for Vevo’s “DSCVR Artists to Watch” series in 2020, “Live from Vevo Studios” sessions in 2021 and 2024, and a “Vevo Footnotes” episode for This Song in 2025. With Artist Portrait, Vevo continues to deepen that collaboration, showing Gray in a new light that feels vulnerable, cinematic, and authentic.

“Vevo has a rich heritage and vast expertise in capturing beautiful, top quality content for artists,” said JP Evangelista, Vevo’s SVP of Content, Programming and Marketing. “With ‘Artist Portrait’, we bring the set to the artist, wherever they are. Fans get to experience their favorite musicians in the real world spaces that inspire them. Having worked with Conan since the early days of his career, it is such a pleasure to see him flourish, raw, authentic, and deeply personal.”

Chris Pereira, Executive Producer at Vevo, added, “This series delves into the inner creative life of an artist in the present tense. For the launch, we met Conan at a seaside writing cabin for quiet conversations and intimate performances that unfold with minimal setup, removing barriers between the viewer and the artist.”

The launch of Artist Portrait marks Vevo’s next evolution in its original content portfolio, following the success of its “Extended Play” series. The new franchise highlights artistry beyond the studio, providing a deeper sense of who musicians are, both creatively and personally.

Fans can watch Conan Gray’s “Artist Portrait” performance of “Actor” now on Vevo, with more episodes arriving later this month.