FLO - Access All Areas (2024)
FLO's debut album, Access All Areas, released on November 15, 2024, via Island Records, showcases the British trio's homage to '90s R&B while infusing modern pop sensibilities. The album features collaborations with artists like Cynthia Erivo and GloRilla, adding depth to its 16-track lineup. Critics have noted the group's ability to channel the essence of iconic girl groups. NME highlights their "talent, charisma and star power," suggesting that FLO is on the brink of a significant breakthrough. DIY Magazine praises the trio for carrying the "vocal-based pop baton" from predecessors like Sugababes and SWV, delivering a "definitive debut." The album includes singles such as "Walk Like This," "Caught Up," "Check," and "In My Bag," each contributing to the group's rising prominence in the music scene. Renowned For Sound commends FLO for channeling "the essence of ’90s nostalgia while injecting a modern energy," positioning them as potential successors to previous UK girl groups. Overall, Access All Areas serves as a confident introduction to FLO's artistry, blending nostalgic influences with contemporary production to carve out their unique space in the current R&B and pop landscape.
Genre: Contemporary R&B
Country: UK
Final Verdict: 61% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 687th / 1045
Highlight: Shoulda Woulda Coulda
Made me think of:
Destiny's Child
TLC
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