Rose In The Dark

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For items that are dispatched using our standard service, we ask that you wait 14 days from the date of dispatch before reporting any items as undelivered. Clearly influenced by neo-soul acts like Erykah Badu and Solange but also has strong roots in classic 70s female soul like Minnie Riperton. Cleo's inspirations derive from her parents' musical passions, shuffling through a record collection of classics across Motown, Reggae, Latin, and Acid Jazz.

Every record is shipped in original factory-applied shrink wrap and has never been touched by human hands. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. Truly capturing the best of modern soul with wholly justified comparisons to Jill Scott, Erykah Badu and D'Angelo alike, this stunning album has future classic written all over it. Following last year's universally adored Rose In The Dark, Cleo Sol is back with an album that challenges its predecessor's supremacy. Whether she's singing about love, heartbreak or self-discovery, Cleo Sol's music resonates with listeners on a deep level.The partnership with Davinche led to tracks with Tinie Tempah on 'Tears', Wretch 32's 'Dancefloor', Davinche's 'Hero' and 'Riding for Love' alongside Bashy. The feel of the tunes makes me feel like the Impressions do, Curtis Mayfield, the big spaces and instinctive horns and stuff drifting in and out. Small embellishments like the birdsong on ‘Golden Child (Jealous)’ and the tape hiss on the introspective piano ballad ‘Old Friends’ lend the album a looser, more spontaneous vibe that draws even more emotion out of Cleo Sol’s casually evocative voice. Her songs are filled with emotion and authenticity, reflecting her personal experiences and journey.

Cleo quickly became the singer in the family, jostling for attention amongst seven other siblings, she received a secondhand karaoke player from her mum which gave her a platform to display her early talents to her musical family. Yes ,the cover is very heavy cardboard, but it's also poorly designed and it's difficult to get the vinyl back in the cover ; as it's like two tightly sandwiched pieces of card with no defined spine .Following her two previous albums Mother and Rose In The Dark, Sol stretches out once again with an arresting collection of neo soul, folk and more. And as with the previous album, the pressing is very decent and the packaging is of incredible quality, a really thick matt finish card – the best I own I’d say, and I have a lot! Cleo quickly became the singer in the family, jostling for attention amongst seven other siblings, she received a second hand karaoke player from her mum which gave her a platform to display her early talents to her musical family.

Cleo's inspirations derive from her parents musical passions, shuffling through a record collection of classics across Motown, Reggae, Latin, and Acid Jazz.A regular at the annual, famous Notting Hill Carnival, Cleo is often spotted cycling around the roads of West London. The album book is so well thought out and intimate, with photos of her through the years and lyrics written in her handwriting. It's inspirational in terms of putting together a track, the technicalities of the song, and how Stevie sounds so perfect in just one take.

With an impressive discography already under her belt, including collaborations with renowned artists such as Jorja Smith and Little Simz, Cleo Sol continues to make waves in the industry. With Serbian, Spanish and Jamaican heritage, her unique background has influenced her soulful sound. While ears are reeling from the wonder of Heaven, we’re now treated to Gold and it’s hard to fathom how so many incredible songs can spill out from one person. We carry a broad range of CDs and vinyl (7”/12” singles and LPs) and specialise in indie, alternative, rock, punk, metal plus a few other genres.Alongside the widespread success of Sault, we've been able to bear witness to the continued rise of core member Cleo Sol as a standout voice in the vanguard of UK soul.