Eusexua Afterglow cover

Eusexua Afterglow

FKA twigs · 2025

40 min · 11 tracks · trip hop

A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and experimental beats that encapsulates themes of intimacy and isolation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Love Crimes — Opening with an alluring mix of hypnotic rhythms and confessional lyrics, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of emotional vulnerability.
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    Wild and Alone — This song features a striking juxtaposition of airy melodies against darker undertones, vividly illustrating the struggle between longing for connection and the fear of loneliness.
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    Lost All My Friends — The closing track poignantly captures themes of alienation through its raw lyricism and minimalist production, leaving listeners with a lasting sense of introspection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases innovative structures and production while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features tracks that build layers of sound, often incorporating glitchy beats and atmospheric synths.
  • Several tracks utilize unconventional song structures, with abrupt shifts in tempo and dynamics that challenge traditional forms.
  • Vocals are often treated with effects, creating a disembodied quality that enhances themes of intimacy and isolation.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • haunting vocals for introspection
  • late-night solitude with ambiance
  • emotional depth in each track

Maybe skip if you

  • fast-paced, energetic listening
  • immediate gratification seekers

Where this album fits

Career context
Eusexua Afterglow marks FKA twigs' third studio album, following her critically acclaimed EP2 and debut album LP1. Released in November 2025, it comes after a significant personal evolution, including her exploration of new genres and a deeper dive into production techniques, showcasing her artistic growth since her previous works.
Stylistic neighbors
Björk· Sevdaliza· Grimes

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Love Crimes 2:40
  • 2 Slushy 3:33
  • 3 Wild and Alone 4:09
  • 4 HARD 3:34
  • 5 Cheap Hotel 3:32
  • 6 Touch a Girl 2:59
  • 7 Predictable Girl 2:27
  • 8 Sushi 5:22
  • 9 Piece of Mine 3:15
  • 10 Lost All My Friends 3:44
  • 11 Stereo Boy 4:51

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