Beth Gibbons' 'Lives Outgrown' Delivers Haunting Reflections on Ageing and Loss

The Portishead vocalist's long-awaited solo debut explores themes of grief and mortality with a unique acoustic sound.

Gibbons' album arrives 22 years after her last major collaboration and 16 years after Portishead's last release.
'Lives Outgrown' features texturally adventurous arrangements, blending acoustic guitars with orchestral strings and unconventional rhythms.
The album's lyrics poignantly address the inevitabilities of ageing and the pain of losing loved ones.
Gibbons collaborates with producers James Ford and Lee Harris, who bring a fresh yet familiar touch to the project.
The record is accompanied by visually evocative music videos, including an interactive experience for 'Reaching Out.'