The Bride is Bat for Lashes' fourth studio album, a concept record that takes on the persona of a spurned bride on her wedding day. Originally conceived as a film, the album explores themes of love, death, and the supernatural.
- The album was co-produced by Natasha Khan and Head, who had previously worked with artists like Beyoncé and Florence + The Machine. Initially, the album was intended to accompany a supernatural feature film directed by Khan herself, but it was later reworked into a standalone musical project. The album's themes of transformation and mysticism tie into Khan's personal exploration of spirituality and ritual.
- The Bride was released on July 1, 2016, by the independent label Echo. It was preceded by the singles "In God's Creativity" and "Sunday Love." The album received generally positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for its atmospheric production and thematic depth.
- This album marked a departure from the more overtly pop-oriented sound of its predecessor, 'The Haunted Man.' Instead, 'The Bride' delves into a darker, more cinematic and experimental territory, solidifying Khan's reputation as a unique and uncompromising artist.
Bat for Lashes is the project of Natasha Khan, a British singer-songwriter known for her art-pop and mystical aesthetic. She emerged in the mid-2000s, creating a distinctive space for herself in indie music.
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