Monochrome
[ CD / Album Digipak ]

HÉR's debut album, Monochrome, is a tantalizing blend of soulful melodies and captivating lyrics that will have you hitting repeat faster than a drunk driver on a roundabout. Released on a drizzly Tuesday afternoon, this album is the perfect soundtrack to drown out the sound of your neighbour's terrible karaoke rendition of ABBA's greatest hits. The opening track, "Silhouette," sets the tone with its haunting vocals and mesmerising instrumentals. It's like being wrapped in a warm blanket on a cold winter's night, except the blanket is made of pure musical genius and the winter's night is actually your ex's bungled attempt at explaining why they cheated on you with your best friend. Tracks like "Fading" and "Echoes" showcase HÉR's versatility as an artist, effortlessly transitioning between soulful ballads and upbeat anthems that will have you itching to hit the dance floor. If you're not shimmying along by the time "Raindrops" comes on, then you probably have the rhythm of a malfunctioning metronome. Monochrome may be HÉR's first full-length album, but she's already established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. So grab yourself a glass of wine, light some candles, and let HÉR serenade you into a musical trance. Just make sure your neighbours can't hear you belting out those high notes - unless you want them to file a noise complaint.