Charli XCX – Charli (2xLP, 45rpm)

Charli XCX's third studio album, Charli, represents a bold leap into avant-pop, blending experimental electronic textures with deeply personal songwriting. The album showcases Charli's ability to balance mainstream pop sensibilities with innovative production, resulting in a sound that is both accessible and boundary-pushing. Collaborations with artists like Christine and the Queens, Haim, and Sky Ferreira add depth and diversity to the album, highlighting Charli's talent for curating cohesive yet eclectic musical experiences.

Critics have praised Charli for its emotional honesty and sonic adventurousness. The album's exploration of themes such as vulnerability, identity, and self-examination resonates with listeners, solidifying Charli XCX's position as a forward-thinking artist unafraid to challenge pop conventions. With Charli, she delivers a record that is as introspective as it is danceable, marking a significant moment in her artistic evolution.

Reviews

"With adventurous production and revealing writing, Charli XCX’s third studio album reflects an artist ready to commit to self-examination." – Pitchfork

"Her third studio album is more immersive and exudes more confidence than anything in her catalogue thus far." – Crack Magazine

"Charli is no doubt an album of too many features and too many parts, but it somehow all fits together in a way that allows her penchant for unconventional songwriting and her ear for an exciting melody to work in concert." – Clash

"Bold, brash and brilliant, this is Charli XCX at her most genuine, and it's dazzling." – NME

"Charli is an expansive record, flooded with joy and heartache, consolidated in its array of features." – The Skinny