Harry Styles Releases New Album: Listen and Read the Full Credits Harry Styles has released his new album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally., marking his follow-up to Harry’s House. The project features a wide array of collaborators, including Ellie Rowsell of Wolf Alice and Tom Skinner of The Smile, who contributed to its creation. The album is executive produced by Kid Harpoon, with mixing handled by Mark “Spike” Stent and his assistant Kieran Beardmore. Emily Lazar mastered the record, supported by Bob DeMaa. Alongside the album, Styles has announced plans for a concert film titled One Night In Manchester. The album’s credits highlight the extensive involvement of various artists and engineers. Background vocals were provided by Ellie Rowsell, while the House Gospel Choir, featuring members like ZaZa Wright, Dean Patron, and Monique Meade, added depth to several tracks. Brian Rajaratnam and Liam Hebb played key roles in engineering, with additional contributions from Kian Moghaddamzadeh, Tommy Bosustow, and others. The recordings took place at multiple studios, including Hansa Studios, RAK Studios, and Abbey Road Studios. Track details reveal further collaboration. For instance, the song “American Girls” features Tyler Johnson as a co-writer and producer, with engineering credits shared between Rajaratnam and Hebb. “Ready, Steady, Go!” includes additional production by Johnson and was mixed at SLS Studios. The track “Are You Listening Yet?” features a choir and additional engineering by Nick Lobel and Owen Stoutt. Each track’s credits reflect a blend of technical and creative contributions, underscoring the collaborative nature of the project.#harry_styles #ellie_rowsell #tom_skinner #kid_harpoon #mark_spike_stent
Harry Styles album review: The funkiest existential crisis in pop After wrapping his Love On Tour shows in summer 2023, Harry Styles had spent 22 months on the road—or was it 13 years? The singer, who had been active since One Direction’s formation in 2010, launched his solo career in 2017 with three albums in five years. His latest work, Harry’s House, earned album of the year accolades at both the Grammys and the Brit Awards. Now, on the verge of turning 30, Styles took a step back, reflecting on his career and personal life. In a recent interview with The Times, he admitted, “It was time for me to stop for a bit and pay some attention to other parts of my life.” He acknowledged the addictive nature of his profession, stating, “I’d always thought, or hoped, that I was the kind of person who didn’t need the dopamine hits that doing this job often gives you. But I hadn’t actually removed myself from it, and it’s hard to eliminate the doubt that maybe if it all went away, I’d really miss it.” During this period of recalibration, Styles retreated to Italy and took up marathon running. He described the experience as a way to “fall in love with music all over again,” embracing the perspective of a fan. Inspired by LCD Soundsystem’s immersive live performances, he sought to channel that joy into his art. “The inspiration from them came of, ‘Oh, that’s how I want to feel when I’m on stage,’” he told BBC Radio 1’s Greg James. His new album, Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally, reflects this introspection. While the title suggests a playful approach, the album leans into bass-heavy dance music with funky syncopation and skittering drums, often produced by Tom Skinner of Sons Of Kemet.#tom_skinner #harry_styles #lcd_soundsystem #the_times #tom_tom_club
Harry Styles album review: The funkiest existential crisis in pop After wrapping his Love On Tour shows in summer 2023, Harry Styles reflected on a career spanning nearly 13 years since the formation of One Direction in 2010. His solo journey began in 2017, marked by three albums released within five years, including Harry's House, which earned Grammy and Brit Award recognition. Speaking to The Times, Styles admitted he had been "on the go" for years, struggling to disconnect from the demands of his career. "I'd always thought I didn't need the dopamine hits of fame," he said, but realized he hadn’t truly stepped away. At 29, he retreated to Italy, embraced marathon running, and sought to "fall in love with music all over again," immersing himself in the experience of being a fan. This introspection influenced his new album, Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally, which blends bass-heavy dance music with funky rhythms and skittering drums. Collaborations with Tom Skinner of Sons Of Kemet and nods to LCD Soundsystem, Tom Tom Club, Art of Noise, and Gang Of Four highlight its eclectic influences. Styles also referenced experimental Manchester act Durutti Column, surprising its frontman Vini Reilly, who admitted not recognizing him. The album’s sound is complex, with Styles’ vocals often drifting above the beats, creating a tension between his lyrical unease and the music’s groove. Lyrically, the album explores a state of emotional instability. Tracks like The Waiting Game and Coming Up Roses grapple with uncertainty in relationships, questioning love and connection. In Pop, Styles rejects the "squeaky clean fantasy" of his One Direction past, confronting darker desires and self-doubt.#tom_skinner #harry_styles #kiss_all_the_time_disco_occasionally #the_times #sons_of_kemet
