"Holly Humberstone describes her music as a patchwork of influences, stating, 'My sound is very much a patchwork: Taylor Swift's diaristic instincts; Phoebe Bridgers' arch folk intimacy; vocoders and synths that are pure 1975.'"
"Humberstone reflects on the emotional depth of her work, saying, 'Not catastrophic heartbreak, but the specific ache of being somewhere your friends are not; the oddly alienating hum of a hotel room at midnight.'"
Holly Humberstone, the 2022 Brits Rising Star winner, draws inspiration from The Lord of the Rings, particularly the story of 'Beren and Lúthien.' Her second album, Cruel World, showcases a blend of musical influences, including Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers, while her voice adds a confessional quality. The album explores personal themes, focusing on the nuances of loneliness and belonging. Humberstone's style combines elements of Britpop and classic influences, marking her most accomplished work to date.
Read at The Independent
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