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Charm
Studio album by
Clairo
ReleasedJuly 12, 2024 (2024-07-12)
Studio
  • Allaire (Shokan, New York)
  • Diamond Mine Recording (Queens, New York City)
Length38:02
Producer
Clairo chronology
Sling
(2021) 		Charm
(2024)
Singles from Charm
  1. "Sexy to Someone"
    Released: May 23, 2024
  2. "Nomad"
    Released: June 28, 2024

Charm is the upcoming third studio album by American singer-songwriter Clairo, set to be released on July 12, 2024. It is her first self-released studio album after her previous two albums were released by Fader and Republic respectively. It is the follow-up to her second album, Sling (2021).

Background

On July 16, 2021, Clairo released her second studio album Sling to critical acclaim, appearing on numerous "best albums of 2021" lists.[1] Critics praised Sling for Clairo's artistic progression and thematic songwriting that ponders future motherhood, domesticity and the responsibility of becoming a caregiver.[2][3] Clairo embarked on the Sling tour in 2022 in support of the record.[4] During the tour, she suffered from sinus infections and an ear injury, before finishing the tour on October 4, 2022.[5][6] In 2023, aside from collaborating with artists like Phoenix and Beabadoobee,[7][8] Clairo also released two charity singles on Bandcamp, "For Now" with all proceeds directed to Everytown for Gun Safety and For The Gworls,[9] and "Lavender" to raise funds for Doctors Without Borders during the Israel–Hamas war.[10] A live EP, Live at Electric Lady, was released on May 12, 2023.[11]

In January 2024, Clairo started teasing a new album with a post on Instagram, captioning it "maybe this year".[12] In March, she shared an Instagram post captioned with emojis depicting the number three, a check mark, and a purple heart.[13] The post was interpreted by music publication The Forty-Five to mean that her third studio album was complete.[13] On May 7, she revealed a release date of May 23 for her new music via Instagram Stories.[14]

On May 23, Clairo announced that the album, titled Charm and produced by Leon Michels, was scheduled for release on July 12, while releasing its lead single, "Sexy to Someone".[15][16] A press release accompanying the announcement of Charm described the album as "a collection of warm, '70s-inspired grooves that move lithely between jazz, psychedelic folk and soul".[17]

Recording

Charm was recorded at Allaire Studios in upstate New York near Woodstock and at Diamond Mine Recording in the New York City burough of Queens.[18] Cottrill previously worked with producer Jack Antonoff on Sling at Allaire Studios.[19] On Charm, production is instead undertaken by Leon Michels who had previously produced for jazz and soul artists such as Norah Jones, Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings and Liam Bailey.[16] The album was recorded live on analog tape.[20]

Release and promotion

The first single from Charm to be released was "Sexy to Someone" on May 23, 2024.[21] Uproxx described the track as "flirty" while Rolling Stone said it was "a summer stunner with cozy production and whimsical instrumentation".[22][23] "Nomad", the record second and last single, will be released on June 28, 2024.[24]

On May 29, Clairo announced two residencies for September in support of the album.[25] The Los Angeles residency will take place at the Fonda Theatre and the New York residency will take place at the Webster Hall.[26]

Track listing

Charm track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Nomad"
3:45
2."Sexy to Someone"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Steinweiss
  • Movshon
3:27
3."Second Nature"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Steinweiss
  • Movshon
  • Dylan Nowik
3:47
4."Slow Dance"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Steinweiss
  • Movshon
  • Nowik
3:54
5."Thank You"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Steinweiss
  • Movshon
  • Kevin Martin
3:25
6."Terrapin"
3:00
7."Juna"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Benevento
3:15
8."Add Up My Love"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Steinweiss
  • Movshon
3:25
9."Echo"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
  • Nowik
  • Movshon
3:49
10."Glory of the Snow"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
2:50
11."Pier 4"
  • Cottrill
  • Michels
3:25
Total length:38:02

Vinyl LP track listing

Side A
No.TitleLength
1."Nomad"3:45
2."Sexy to Someone"3:27
3."Second Nature"3:47
4."Slow Dance"3:54
5."Thank You"3:25
Total length:18:18
Side B
No.TitleLength
6."Terrapin"3:00
7."Juna"3:15
8."Add Up My Love"3:25
9."Echo"3:49
10."Glory of the Snow"2:50
11."Pier 4"3:25
Total length:19:44

References

  1. ^ "The 50 Best Albums of 2021". The Guardian. December 3, 2021. Retrieved December 4, 2021.
  2. ^ Singh, Jay (July 16, 2021). "Sling is a true testament to Clairo's masterful songwriting talents". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  3. ^ Daly, Rhian (July 15, 2021). "Clairo – 'Sling' review: meditations on motherhood inspired by '70s greats". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  4. ^ Aubrey, Elizabeth (February 18, 2022). "Clairo debuts new song 'Nomad' on first night of US tour". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  5. ^ Robinson, Ellie (July 30, 2022). "Clairo cancels last three shows of tour after tech mishap leads to ear injury". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  6. ^ Ross, Gemma (October 5, 2022). "Clairo live in London: a triumphant end to a trying tour". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  7. ^ Zemler, Emily (March 16, 2023). "Hear Clairo Join Phoenix for Atmospheric Remix of 'After Midnight'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  8. ^ Ruiz, Matthew Ismael (April 20, 2023). "Clairo Joins Beabadoobee for New Version of "Glue Song"". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  9. ^ Bloom, Madison (April 3, 2023). "Clairo Shares New Benefit Song "For Now"". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  10. ^ Pilley, Max (October 21, 2023). "Clairo releases new track 'Lavender' to raise aid funds for Gaza". NME. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  11. ^ Martoccio, Angie (May 12, 2023). "Clairo Takes Her Intimate Indie Gems to Electric Lady for Live EP". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  12. ^ Graves, Shahlin (January 12, 2024). "Clairo teases new music for release this year..." Coup de Main. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  13. ^ a b Daly, Rhian (March 4, 2024). "It looks like Clairo has finished her third album". The Forty-Five. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  14. ^ Jacob, Lola (May 7, 2024). "Clairo announces new music out on May 23rd". Coup de Main. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  15. ^ Strauss, Matthew (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announces New Album Charm, Shares New Song "Sexy to Someone"". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  16. ^ a b "Clairo Announces New Album Charm, Shares New Track: Stream". May 23, 2024. Retrieved May 27, 2024.
  17. ^ Taylor, Sam (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Has Announced Her Third Album with Early Teaser Single 'Sexy to Someone'". Dork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  18. ^ Strauss, Matthew (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announces New Album Charm, Shares New Song "Sexy to Someone": Listen". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  19. ^ "Clairo: 'This industry drains young women until they're not youthful any more'". The Guardian. July 13, 2021. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved May 27, 2024.
  20. ^ Kelly, Tyler Damara (May 23, 2024). "Clairo announces her third studio album, Charm". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  21. ^ DeVille, Chris (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announces New Album 'Charm': Hear "Sexy To Someone"". Stereogum. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  22. ^ Armstrong, Megan (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Announced Her 'Charm' Album While Declaring She Just Wants To Be 'Sexy To Someone' In The Flirty First Single". Uproxx. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  23. ^ Martoccio, Angie (May 23, 2024). "Clairo Returns With Summer Stunner 'Sexy to Someone,' Announces New Album 'Charm'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  24. ^ Jacob, Lola (June 18, 2024). "Clairo announces next single 'Nomad'". Coup De Main Magazine. Retrieved June 23, 2024.
  25. ^ Sharpe, Josh. "Clairo to Play Los Angeles and New York Residency". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
  26. ^ Strauss, Matthew (May 29, 2024). "Clairo Announces New York and Los Angeles Concerts". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
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