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Superbloom: Ware's Opulent Dive into 80s Disco
16 Apr
Summary
- Album revisits retro 80s post-disco boogie with lush arrangements.
- Features collaborations and a blend of camp with grown-up pop.
- Distinguished by classiness, taste, and understanding of source material.
Jessie Ware's new album, Superbloom, marks her third consecutive exploration of a disco-pop hybrid, presenting a distinctly retro sound. It moves away from futuristic electronica towards lush orchestration reminiscent of early 80s post-disco boogie. The album is noted for its blend of camp and mature pop themes, incorporating personal elements like her children's voices on a ballad.
Tracks like 'Don't You Know Who I Am?' evoke Shirley Bassey with a modern beat, while 'Ride' features bold lyrics and samples. Despite potentially kitschy moments, the album is praised for its quality, distinguishing Ware through her classiness and authentic appreciation for her source material.
Superbloom demonstrates Ware's comfortable command of the grown-up disco-pop market. While lacking a smash hit like 'Free Yourself,' it delivers strong melodies and choruses, with string arrangements influenced by Charles Stepney. The album’s sound, influenced by artists like Liquid Liquid and ESG, offers a sophisticated alternative to less artful retro acts.
