| Club Shy | |
| Type: | EP |
| Artist: | Shygirl |
| Cover: | Club Shy.jpg |
| Recorded: | 2023 |
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| Length: | 15:32 |
| Label: | Because Music |
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| Prev Title: | Nymph_o |
| Prev Year: | 2023 |
| Next Year: | 2024 |
Club Shy is the sixth EP by British rapper and singer Shygirl, released on 9 February 2024 through Because Music. Shygirl adds her own textures to dance hits from the 1990s and 2000s on the EP, Dance Shy. She discusses flawless escape and the reason she's "finally having fun" with Thomas Hobbs.[1]
The EP is supported by the singles "Thicc" featuring Cosha, "F@k€" featuring Kingdom, "Tell Me" featuring Boys Noize, and "Mr Useless" featuring SG Lewis.
A remix EP titled Club Shy RMX was released on 7 June 2024, it includes the single "Encore" featuring Danny L Harle.
Following Club Shy's 2022 opening at London's Metropolis nightclub, there was a PinkPantheress-hosted LA night and Club Shy Brazil, which included special sets by VTSS, LSDXOXO, and guest Charli XCX. Later, Shygirl hosted Club Shy events in New York's storied Webster Hall and Chicago's Club Shy.[2]
The EP was met with positive reviews, highlighting its energetic and nostalgic approach to electronic music. According to MuuMuse, the EP is a "sultry, sweaty" collection of tracks that are essential for any club setting. The review praises Shygirl's ability to blend '90s and '00s club influences with modern electronic sounds, resulting in a no-filler, high-energy set perfect for the dance floor. Each track showcases different elements of club music, from the hypnotic beats of 4eva to the catchy and playful mr useless.
Mixmag featured an in-depth interview with Shygirl, where they discussed the creative process behind Club Shy. The publication commended the EP for its dynamic production and Shygirl's distinctive vocal style. They also highlighted how Club Shy reflects her growth as an artist and her ability to push boundaries in dance music.[3]