Charm (Clairo album)
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Charm is the upcoming third studio album by American singer-songwriter Clairo, set to be released on July 12, 2024. It is her first self-released studio album after her previous two albums were released by Fader and Republic respectively. It is the follow-up to her sophomore album, Sling (2021).
Background[edit]
On July 16, 2021, Clairo released her second studio album Sling to critical acclaim, appearing on numerous "best albums of 2021" lists.[1] Critics praised Sling for Clairo's artistic progression and thematic songwriting that ponders future motherhood, domesticity and the responsibility of becoming a caregiver.[2][3] Clairo embarked on the Sling tour in 2022 in support of the record.[4] During the tour, she suffered from sinus infections and an ear injury, before finishing the tour on October 4, 2022.[5][6] In 2023, aside from collaborating with artists like Phoenix and Beabadoobee,[7][8] Clairo also released two charity singles on Bandcamp, "For Now" with all proceeds directed to Everytown for Gun Safety and For The Gworls,[9] and "Lavender" to raise fund for Gaza, with proceeds going towards Doctors Without Borders.[10] A live EP, Live at Electric Lady, was released on May 12, 2023.[11]
In January 2024, Clairo started teasing a new album with a post on Instagram, captioning "maybe this year".[12] On March 1, 2024, Clairo shared an Instagram post with a 3, a checkmark and a purple heart emoji, indicating that work on her third studio album was complete.[13] On May 7, she revealed a release date of May 23 for her new music via Instagram Stories.[14] On May 23, 2024, Clairo announced that the album, titled Charm, will be released on July 12, along with the release of the lead single, "Sexy to Someone".[15] A press release accompanying the announciement of Charm described the album as "a collection of warm, '70s-inspired grooves that move lithely between jazz, psychedelic folk and soul".[16]
Recording[edit]
Charm was recorded at Allaire Studios in upstate New York near Woodstock and Diamond Mine Recording in the New York City burough of Queens.[17] Cottrill previously worked with producer Jack Antonoff on Sling at Allaire Studios. On Charm, production is instead undertaken by Leon Michels who had previously produced for jazz and soul artists such as Norah Jones, Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings and Liam Bailey. The album was recorded live on analog tape.[18]
Release and promotion[edit]
The first single from Charm to be released was "Sexy to Someone" on May 23, 2024.[19] Uproxx described the track as "flirty" while Rolling Stone said it was "a summer stunner with cozy production and whimsical instrumentation".[20][21]
Track listing[edit]
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nomad" | 3:45 | |
| 2. | "Sexy to Someone" |
| 3:27 |
| 3. | "Second Nature" |
| 3:47 |
| 4. | "Slow Dance" |
| 3:54 |
| 5. | "Thank You" |
| 3:25 |
| 6. | "Terrapin" |
| 3:00 |
| 7. | "Juna" |
| 3:15 |
| 8. | "Add Up My Love" |
| 3:25 |
| 9. | "Echo" |
| 3:49 |
| 10. | "Glory of the Snow" |
| 2:50 |
| 11. | "Pier 4" |
| 3:25 |
| Total length: | 38:02 | ||
Vinyl LP track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nomad" | 3:45 |
| 2. | "Sexy to Someone" | 3:27 |
| 3. | "Second Nature" | 3:47 |
| 4. | "Slow Dance" | 3:54 |
| 5. | "Thank You" | 3:25 |
| Total length: | 18:18 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 6. | "Terrapin" | 3:00 |
| 7. | "Juna" | 3:15 |
| 8. | "Add Up My Love" | 3:25 |
| 9. | "Echo" | 3:49 |
| 10. | "Glory of the Snow" | 2:50 |
| 11. | "Pier 4" | 3:25 |
| Total length: | 19:44 | |
References[edit]
- ^ "The 50 Best Albums of 2021". The Guardian. December 3, 2021. Retrieved December 4, 2021.
- ^ Singh, Jay (July 16, 2021). "Sling is a true testament to Clairo's masterful songwriting talents". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Daly, Rhian (July 15, 2021). "Clairo – 'Sling' review: meditations on motherhood inspired by '70s greats". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Aubrey, Elizabeth (February 18, 2022). "Clairo debuts new song 'Nomad' on first night of US tour". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Robinson, Ellie (July 30, 2022). "Clairo cancels last three shows of tour after tech mishap leads to ear injury". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Ross, Gemma (October 5, 2022). "Clairo live in London: a triumphant end to a trying tour". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Zemler, Emily (March 16, 2023). "Hear Clairo Join Phoenix for Atmospheric Remix of 'After Midnight'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Ruiz, Matthew Ismael (April 20, 2023). "Clairo Joins Beabadoobee for New Version of "Glue Song"". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Bloom, Madison (April 3, 2023). "Clairo Shares New Benefit Song "For Now"". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Pilley, Max (October 21, 2023). "Clairo releases new track 'Lavender' to raise aid funds for Gaza". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Martoccio, Angie (May 12, 2023). "Clairo Takes Her Intimate Indie Gems to Electric Lady for Live EP". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Graves, Shahlin (January 12, 2024). "Clairo teases new music for release this year..." Coup de Main. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Daly, Rhian (March 4, 2024). "It looks like Clairo has finished her third album". The Forty-Five. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Jacob, Lola (May 7, 2024). "Clairo announces new music out on May 23rd". Coup de Main. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Strauss, Matthew (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announces New Album Charm, Shares New Song "Sexy to Someone"". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Taylor, Sam (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Has Announced Her Third Album with Early Teaser Single 'Sexy to Someone'". Dork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Strauss, Matthew (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announces New Album Charm, Shares New Song "Sexy to Someone": Listen". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Kelly, Tyler Damara (May 23, 2024). "Clairo announces her third studio album, Charm". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ DeVille, Chris (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announces New Album 'Charm': Hear "Sexy To Someone"". Stereogum. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Armstrong, Megan (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announced Her 'Charm' Album While Declaring She Just Wants To Be 'Sexy To Someone' In The Flirty First Single". Uproxx. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ Martoccio, Angie (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Returns With Summer Stunner 'Sexy to Someone,' Announces New Album 'Charm'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 23, 2024.