Recover (The Naked and Famous album) explained
Recover is the fourth studio album by New Zealand indie electronic band The Naked and Famous, released on 24 July 2020 by Somewhat Damaged and AWAL.[2]
Background
"Sunseeker" was released on 8 November 2019 as the lead single from the band's then-upcoming fourth album, along with an accompanying music video.[3] Shore Fire Media stated that the two band members, Thomas Powers and Alisa Xayalith, "embrace transformation whilst remaining authentically true to form on the new single".[4]
On 16 January 2020, "Bury Us" was released as the album's second single. Puah Ziwei of NME stated that the song "captures the energy and essence of their forthcoming record".[5] Laura Johnson of Stereoboard referred to the song as "a club-ready indie-pop track with thoughtful lyrics".[6]
"Come as You Are" was released as the album's third single on 26 February 2020,[7] followed by "Death" on 22 May 2020.[8] The title track was serviced to Australian radio on 24 July 2020 as the fifth single.[9]
Critical reception
Heran Mamo of Billboard stated that the album has a "main theme of human survival and self-preservation, especially at the hands of another person who could bring you down".[10] Matt Collar of AllMusic described the music as "turning feelings of heartbreak and desire into powerfully relatable pop moments".
Track listing
Notes
- signifies an additional producer
Personnel
Credits adapted from the liner notes of Recover.[11]
Performers
- Morgxn – backing vocals
- Chelsea Jade – backing vocals
- Luna Shadows – backing vocals
- Dani Poppitt – backing vocals
- Simon Oscroft – backing vocals
- In.Drip. – backing vocals
Technical
- Thom Powers – production
- Simon Oscroft – production ; additional production
- Ryan Shanahan – mixing ; production
- Joe LaPorta – mastering
- Luna Shadows – additional production ; production ; vocal engineering
- Sam McCarthy – production
- Sombear – additional production
- Alisa Xayalith – production
- Tyler Spry – production
- Dave Trumfio – additional engineering, recording
Charts
Notes and References
- Web site: Cyclone. How A 'Tumultuous Period' For The Naked & Famous Resulted In A 'Return To Form'. The Music. 23 July 2020. 2 December 2020.
- The Cathartic Rebirth Of The Naked And Famous – New Album 'Recover' Out Now. Shore Fire Media. 24 July 2020. 2 December 2020.
- The Naked and Famous Return, Dance Away the Shadows in 'Sunseeker' Video: Watch. Billboard. 8 November 2019. 2 December 2020.
- The Naked And Famous Return With A New Sound And Single, Sunseeker. Shore Fire Media. 19 November 2020.
- Web site: Ziwei. Puah. The Naked And Famous announce new album, 'Recover', with 'Bury Us'. NME. 16 January 2020.
- Web site: Johnson . Laura . The Naked and Famous Introduce New Album 'Recover' With Lead Single Bury Us . Stereoboard.com . 16 January 2020 . 1 July 2020.
- Web site: Kenneally. Cerys. The Naked And Famous confirm album release date and share new single "Come As You Are". The Line of Best Fit. 26 February 2020. 2 December 2020.
- Web site: Kenneally. Cerys. The Naked And Famous explore mortality in new single "Death". The Line of Best Fit. 22 May 2020. 2 December 2020.
- Singles to Radio. The Music Network. 1299. 2 December 2020.
- Mamo. Heran. The Naked and Famous Prep New Album 'Recover,' Drop the Catchy 'Bury Us': Listen. 16 January 2020. Billboard.
- Recover . liner notes . . 2020 . Somewhat Damaged . SDL07CD.
- Web site: Top 20 New Zealand Albums Chart. Recorded Music NZ. 3 August 2020. 10 September 2020.
