On "I Tell a Fly," Clementine crafts a compelling concept album exploring themes of migration and identity through a dystopian lens, recorded in one week with a minimalist setup.
- The album was conceived and recorded in just seven days at a Paris studio.
- Clementine wrote, produced, and arranged all tracks, performing most instruments himself.
- The release explores the allegorical journey of a fly as a metaphor for the immigrant experience.
Benjamin Clementine is a Mercury Prize-winning musician from London, known for his unique blend of art pop, soul, and classical influences. "I Tell a Fly" arrived after his critically acclaimed debut, "At Least for Now," marking a period of growing international recognition.
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