SINCE winning the BBC Sound of 2010 poll, Ellie Goulding has become a darling of the music world and even performed at Kate and Wills’ royal wedding no less.
With the success of debut album Lights, which gained overwhelming praise for its combination of airy indie folk and electro pop, comes the burden of expectation.
The 25-year-old has said this album would be darker than her first, which is evident in opener Don’t Say A Word, combining haunting vocals with a dark beat and effects vaguely reminiscent of trip hop.
Goulding’s vocals echo in the style of Florence on My Blood, but Only You and the title track are aggressive break-up songs.
Fans may find this hard to swallow, while others will love to wallow in its haunting vocals and dark, sweeping instrumentals.
It’s worth a listen to find out which side you’re on.
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