WILLOW – empathogen

Album Info

Artist: WILLOW

Title: empathogen

Year: 2024

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Tracklist

  • 1. home (feat. jon batiste) (3:03)
  • 2. ancient girl (1:30)
  • 3. symptom of life (3:09)
  • 4. the fear is not real (3:38)
  • 5. false self (2:52)
  • 6. pain for fun (feat. st vincent) (3:26)
  • 7. no words 1 & 2 (1:24)
  • 8. down (1:11)
  • 9. run! (3:08)
  • 10. between i and she (2:34)
  • 11. I know that face. (1:50)
  • 12. b i g f e e l i n g s (4:24)

Review

WILLOW's sixth studio album, "empathogen," unveiled on May 3, 2024, is a marked departure from her previous endeavors. Jazz infusions dance through the dozen tracks, displaying an evolved artist brave enough to venture into new sonic realms. Collaborations with talents like Jon Batiste and St. Vincent pepper the album, enriching WILLOW's ever-expanding musical canvas.

From the soft acoustic layers of "ancient girl" to the frenetic pop-rock vibrancy of "between i and she," the album's eclectic essence shines through. Confessional and poetic lyrics permeate songs like "down" and "symptom of life," where WILLOW's voice resonates with raw emotion. The grand finale, "b i g f e e l i n g s," is a powerful testament to her growth. Critics have embraced this bold venture, with Pitchfork granting it a 6.8/10 and Sputnikmusic praising it with a 4.3/5 rating. - Odessa