Overview
- Major outlets report near-universal acclaim, with a Metacritic score of 97 and top ratings from publications including Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, The Guardian, NME and The Independent.
- An Official Charts update indicates the album is competing with a new Taylor Swift release for the United Kingdom’s top spot.
- The concept centers on the lives of female saints, reflecting themes of femininity and faith through orchestral, classical and dark electronic elements.
- Rosalía sings in 13 languages, including Hebrew on the physical-only track “Novia Robot,” after researching hagiographies and studying languages for the project.
- Lead single “Berghain” showcases German lyrics and classical vocal technique, with critics highlighting the album’s LSO-guided string arrangements and a powerful first live presentation that drew strong reactions.