What Happened to the Heart?
AURORA · 2024
68 min · 17 tracks · indie pop · indie rock · synth-pop
Ethereal synths intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a dreamlike soundscape that explores the depths of emotion and identity.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its exploration of mental health themes, resonating with listeners during a time of increased awareness around emotional well-being. Additionally, it debuted at number five on the Norwegian charts, affirming AURORA's status in her home country and reflecting her growing international appeal.
- Best for
- dreamlike soundscapes for reflection wave-like pacing with peaks emotional depth and identity exploration
- Context
- By the time 'What Happened to the Heart?' was released in June 2024, AURORA had established herself as a prominent figure in alternative pop since her debut in 2016. This album marks her third studio effort, following the critically acclaimed 'The Gods We Can Touch' (2022), showcasing her continued evolution as an artist and her deepening lyrical introspection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marcus & Martinus· Girl in red· Madcon· Röyksopp· Mandy Moore· Håkan Hellström· Demi Lovato· Miley Cyrus
- If this clicks, go next to
- The Gods We Can Touch — Continues the ethereal sound with deeper emotional themes and lush production.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Echo of My Shadow Standout 4:04
- 2 To Be Alright 4:05
- 3 Your Blood Standout 4:07
- 4 The Conflict of the Mind 4:14
- 5 Some Type of Skin 3:11
- 6 The Essence 3:09
- 7 Earthly Delights 3:21
- 8 The Dark Dresses Lightly Standout 3:34
- 9 A Soul With No King 4:24
- 10 Dreams 4:24
- 11 My Name 3:19
- 12 Do You Feel 3:01
- 13 Starvation 3:27
- 14 The Blade 4:33
- 15 My Body Is Not Mine 4:01
- 16 Invisible Wounds 5:00
- 17 Your Blood (acoustic) 6:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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