Review
OMG, can we talk about Arlo Parks' "Collapsed in Sunbeams" for a sec? This album is literally a whole vibe! 🌞✨ It's like bedroom pop met neo-soul and they had a chill AF baby. The way Parks mixes dreamy sounds with jazzy vibes is *chef's kiss*.
Let's spill the tea on the lyrics - they're straight-up poetry, no cap. Parks is out here dropping truth bombs about growing up and all the feels that come with it. It's like she's reading my diary, but make it art. 💖 And don't even get me started on tracks like "Black Dog" and "Hope" - they hit different, you know?
The production is so on point, it's ridiculous. It's got that polished-but-not-too-perfect sound that makes you wanna curl up with a good book and a latte. Plus, Parks snagged the Mercury Prize with this bad boy, and even got a Grammy nom. Talk about a glow-up for a debut album! It's giving me all the warm fuzzies, like a virtual hug in these crazy times. 🤗 If you haven't listened yet, what are you even doing with your life? - Bella
Artist Bio
Arlo Parks is a London-based singer-songwriter who began releasing music in 2019 with her EPs "Super Sad Generation" and "Sophie," quickly establishing herself in the indie pop scene with her introspective lyrics and distinctive poetic style. Her debut album, "Collapsed in Sunbeams," came out in 2021 and won the prestigious Mercury Prize, earning her widespread recognition. Parks continued to evolve her sound with her second album, "My Soft Machine," in 2023, which featured collaborations like "Pegasus" with Phoebe Bridgers and reflected a broader sonic palette. Beyond her own releases, she garnered writing credits on Beyoncé’s 2024 track "YA YA." Fans of artists such as Phoebe Bridgers, Billie Marten, and Clairo might find her mellow, emotive sound particularly appealing.
