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    Lauren Mayberry From CHVRCHES Comes Forth with Bold Solo Debut ‘Vicious Creature’

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    Lauren Mayberry, best known as the powerhouse frontwoman of CHVRCHES, makes a stunning solo debut with Vicious Creature, an album that’s as raw as it is refined. Stepping away from the safety net of her band, Mayberry crafts a deeply personal exploration of empowerment, sexuality, and grief, drawing inspiration from the icons of her youth—Tori Amos, PJ Harvey, and Fiona Apple—while nodding to the polished pop of ’90s girl groups like All Saints and Sugababes.

    The album’s production is top-tier, with collaborators like Greg Kurstin and Tobias Jesso Jr. helping Mayberry balance lush, cinematic soundscapes with gritty imperfections. Tracks like “Crocodile Tears” and “Sunday Best” encapsulate this duality, blending soaring melodies with an emotional core. On Vicious Creature, Mayberry leans into vulnerability, unearthing an artistry that feels both expansive and intimate. It’s bold, raw, and a triumph for one of pop’s most magnetic voices.

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