Light Up the Dark
Gabrielle Aplin · 2015
45 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
Aplin's lush vocals float over emotive melodies, blending folk sensibilities with pop-infused arrangements.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart, underscoring Aplin's growing popularity. It also received critical acclaim for its production and songwriting, solidifying her place in the contemporary folk-pop scene amidst a wave of female singer-songwriters.
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration reflective moments of connection uplifting themes of resilience
- Context
- By the time 'Light Up the Dark' was released in January 2015, Gabrielle Aplin was transitioning from her breakout success with her debut album 'English Rain' (2013). This sophomore effort marked a significant step in her artistic development, showcasing a more polished sound and broader lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Le Vent du Nord· Nikolai Noskov· James Vincent McMorrow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Light Up the Dark Standout 4:16
- 2 Skeleton Standout 3:37
- 3 Fools Love 4:05
- 4 Slip Away 3:52
- 5 Sweet Nothing 2:53
- 6 Heavy Heart Standout 3:55
- 7 Shallow Love 3:59
- 8 Anybody Out There 3:09
- 9 Hurt 4:13
- 10 Together 2:45
- 11 What Did You Do? 4:21
- 12 A While 4:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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