🎶 A Sonic Odyssey
Something Beautiful is a 13-track album that defies easy categorization. Executive produced by Cyrus and Shawn Everett, the album traverses a landscape of alternative R&B, psychedelic pop, soul, and progressive rock. The opening track, "Prelude," sets the tone with existential spoken-word poetry over electronic instrumentals, leading into the title track that morphs from a soulful ballad into an experimental rock anthem.
Notable collaborations enrich the album's texture. Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes, Molly Rankin of Alvvays, and Adam Granduciel of The War on Drugs contribute their talents, adding depth to tracks like "End of the World" and "More to Lose".
🎥 Visual Storytelling
Complementing the album is a forthcoming visual film, set to release on June 6. Inspired by Pink Floyd's The Wall, the film aims to provide a cinematic experience that mirrors the album's thematic depth, exploring beauty, death, and rebirth.
🎤 Vocal Evolution
Cyrus's vocal performance on the album reflects her growth as an artist. Her distinctive rasp, a result of a vocal cord polyp, adds a raw authenticity to tracks like "Reborn," where she sings, "If heaven exists / I’ve been there before / Kill my ego / Let’s be reborn".
📝 Critical Reception
Critics have responded with a mix of admiration and critique. The Times praised Cyrus's bravery and genre-defying approach, noting the album's eclectic nature . The New York Post highlighted the album's ambition, though it pointed out that some tracks feel like a return to familiar territory . The Washington Post acknowledged the album's polished production but felt it lacked a distinct personality in places.
On Metacritic, Something Beautiful has received a mix of positive and mixed reviews, with no negative ratings reported.
🎧 Experience the Album
Something Beautiful is available on various platforms, including Amazon and iTunes. For a visual taste of the album, you can watch the official video for the title track below:
