Singer, songwriter, and DJ Romy — one-third of UK outfit The XX recorded three critically lauded albums with her band, but in 2023 was finally ready to share her own 11-song debut solo album, “Mid Air”. A gorgeous recording about celebration, sanctuary, and salvation on the dance floor that doubles as a postcard to the queer clubs that provided comfort and connection, the album’s standout is “Loveher”: Right from the start, we catch the soft-spoken Romy politely requesting to “turn it up more,” as she launches in. You can feel the scope of her love for her new partner as they cut loose on the dance floor, yet are still a little reserved, wanting to hold hands under the table for a private moment of bliss.
While Romy came out long ago, it’s rare to find an artist who is so candid about her own life and shares her unique perspective. This was an exceptional track released in 2023.
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