City Walk: Exploring Cityscapes on Foot - A prominent musician is maturing:
Miley Cyrus, a 32-year-old pop star and former Disney Channel sensation who won a Grammy last year, is set to release her ninth studio album, "Something Beautiful," this Friday, May 30. The album comprises 13 tracks, totalling approximately an hour of music.
The album moved away from the poppy, boisterous sound of her early work, adopting a more introspective and emotionally nuanced tone reminiscent of Hollywood's golden age. It's not a light pop record; instead, it's filled with thoughtful ballads and a pang of heartache that still manages to make you want to dance.
The themes explored in "Something Beautiful" revolve around love, grace, dreams, and rebirth. With this album, Cyrus appears to have fully embraced her identity as a musician, having finally reached the place she's long aspired to be.
After her stint as Hannah Montana, Cyrus faced criticism for not being taken seriously as a singer. To draw attention, she often resorted to eccentric behavior. However, today, Cyrus exudes more maturity and confidence than ever before.
The album will be accompanied by a short film, to be shown in select cinemas worldwide in June. The film heavily emphasizes fashion, with a substantial portion of the budget allocated for costumes, as Cyrus revealed on Jimmy Kimmel's talk show last week.
In an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music, Cyrus explained the origin of her unique, smoky voice. She revealed that she has a polyp on her vocal cord, making it challenging to perform but adding a distinct tone and texture to her music. Despite this, she rarely performs live.
Citing Pink Floyd's "The Wall" as a significant influence, Cyrus described her new album as hypnotic and glamorous. She explained that she combined all versions of herself in "Something Beautiful," a testament to her growth and evolution as an artist.
Following the success of her previous release, "Endless Summer Vacation," which included the hit single "Flowers," Cyrus was able to create "Something Beautiful." The single topped charts in the US and Germany, went viral on social media, and even earned her a Grammy, serving as a prelude to her latest album.
The standout tracks on the album are "Easy Lover," which Cyrus teased on Instagram, and the emotional opener "Reborn." This album isn't just for her die-hard fans but for anyone seeking a catchy, emotionally resonant soundtrack for sunny afternoons.
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"Miley Cyrus' ninth studio album, 'Something Beautiful,' showcases a move from her past poppy sound to a more mature, emotionally nuanced style reminiscent of Hollywood's golden age, making it an entertaining blend of heartfelt ballads and danceable tunes."
"Filled with thoughtful ballads and a pang of heartache, 'Something Beautiful' stands out as more than just another pop album. With its unique smoky voice, inspired by Pink Floyd's 'The Wall,' the album offers a captivating and glamorous soundtrack for sunny afternoons, putting Miley Cyrus in the company of pop music heavyweights like Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter, and Charli XCX."
