Romy of The xx Announces Debut Solo Album ‘Mid Air’ and Shares Opening Track “Loveher”

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Romy Madley Croft, one-third of the British indie band The xx, has announced her first solo album, Mid Air, set to release on September 8th. This highly anticipated debut album comes after the release of two singles earlier this year, “Enjoy Your Life” and “Strong”, both of which are also part of Mid Air. Romy’s third and most recent single, “Loveher”, produced by Fred Again…, is the opening track of the album and gives listeners a preview of what promises to be a collection of songs that celebrate love, loss, and identity.

In a statement accompanying the release of the single, Romy describes “Loveher” as being the first song she wrote that made her feel like she was ready to make a solo project. The song distills some of the intimate, delicate moments of the early days of her relationship and reflects her personal experiences of navigating visibility and celebrating pride. She reflects on the honesty of singing the words “I love her” and how it is a true reflection of who she loves.

Mid Air is a love letter to the queer clubs that Romy visited growing up, the people she met there, and the music which made her feel alive and less alone. She describes how the album is musically inspired by dance music and how the title was inspired by the fleeting, weightless, and euphoric moments she had on a dance floor connecting with people and processing emotions.

Romy is the third member of The xx  to release a solo album, following Jamie xx’s In Colour and Oliver Sim’s Hideous Bastard. The xx  last released their album I See You in 2017, which was met with critical and commercial success.

Mid Air is available for pre-order and promises to be a unique and personal addition to Romy Madley Croft’s discography, showcasing her individual style and sound. The announcement of her solo project has garnered excitement and intrigue among fans of The xx and those eager to hear Romy’s personal musical journey.