On "Pompeii," Le Bon's ninth studio album, she delivers a collection of art-pop excursions informed by a newfound engagement with sculpture and a more direct, synth-driven sound. The record stands as a compelling statement of her evolving artistic practice.
- Recorded in a studio Le Bon built herself in Wales, "Pompeii" was produced by Le Bon and longtime collaborator Samur.
- The album was primarily written and recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, with sessions commencing in late 2020.
- "Pompeii" saw Le Bon embracing a more synth-heavy arrangement style, moving away from the guitar-centric sound of previous works.
Cate Le Bon is a Welsh singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, known for her distinctive art-pop sound and often surreal lyrical themes. At the time of "Pompeii," she was consolidating her reputation as a singular voice in experimental indie music, following a period of prolific output and collaboration.
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