It’s been a hot minute since we’ve heard new tunes from the acclaimed British indie electronic band The xx. But brace yourselves, music fans, because exciting news is brewing! Romy Croft, part of a famous trio, shared details on their upcoming album.
Romy on being back in the studio with The xx:
“We’ve been in the studio … and we’re in the studio again next week, so we’re meeting up regularly. It’s been really good. I think we’ve all spent time apart and it’s healthy to miss each other. We’re just keeping it really open… PIC.TWITTER.COM/PMCHXQVG2Y
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After a seven-year hiatus following their critically lauded album “I See You,” The xx, comprising Romy, Jamie xx, and Oliver Sim, have reunited and are back in the studio working on a brand-new album. And if Romy’s words are any indication, this forthcoming release will be a game-changer.
The band’s been meeting, trying new things. Romy promises the classic sound will stay.
“It’s quite different being back in the studio with The xx,”
she shares.
“I think Oliver, Jamie, and I have all tried new things and have learned a lot from the different projects. It’s fun.”
Speaking of solo endeavors, the band members have been busy over the past few years. Jamie xx ventured out with his acclaimed solo album “In Colour,” Oliver Sim released the hauntingly beautiful “Hideous Bastard,” and Romy herself dropped her debut solo effort, “Mid Air,” just last year.
Romy acknowledges that these individual creative journeys have been a learning experience, and the band is eager to incorporate those newfound perspectives into their upcoming release.
“The trio is looking forward to their sound on the forthcoming LP ‘feeling fresh,'”
she teases.
In the recording process, fans eagerly await new music from The xx. It’s still early days, and the anticipation is palpable. People worldwide are holding their breath for the band’s atmospheric soundscapes.
So, please mark your calendars, music enthusiasts, because The xx is back in action, and the indie electronic scene will be set ablaze with their highly anticipated return.