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Golden

Kylie Minogue · 2018

40 min · 12 tracks · dance-pop · electropop · nu-disco

A vibrant blend of dance-pop and country influences, inviting listeners to celebrate joy and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • mid-tempo celebration of joy
  • steady flow for dancing along
  • uplifting tracks for road trips
  • feel-good anthems for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense, fast-paced music
  • seek deeply introspective themes

Where this album fits

Themes
country-infused dance floors· personal resilience· celebration of survival
Career context
When 'Golden' was released in April 2018, Kylie Minogue was transitioning into a new musical phase, following her previous album 'Kiss Me Once' from 2014. This marked her first release after signing with BMG and aimed to showcase a more personal and introspective side of her artistry. The album also reflected her experiences during a significant life moment, including her battle with cancer.
Stylistic neighbors
Robyn· Dua Lipa· Lady Gaga
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Body Talk by Robyn — Shares an upbeat blend of pop and electronic influences with themes of empowerment and resilience.
Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves — Combines country elements with a celebratory, introspective approach, echoing joy and personal growth.
Chromatica by Lady Gaga — Explores themes of healing and joy with vibrant dance-pop production and emotional depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dancing 2:59
  • 2 Stop Me From Falling 3:02
  • 3 Golden 3:08
  • 4 A Lifetime to Repair 3:19
  • 5 Sincerely Yours 3:29
  • 6 One Last Kiss 3:41
  • 7 Live a Little 3:08
  • 8 Shelby ’68 3:35
  • 9 Radio On 3:43
  • 10 Love 2:52
  • 11 Raining Glitter 3:33
  • 12 Music’s Too Sad Without You 4:10

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