Everything But The Girl Returns After 24 Years With 'Fuse'

Fuse is the eleventh studio album by British duo Everything but the Girl, released on 21 April 2023 through Buzzin' Fly and Virgin Records. It is their first studio album in almost 24 years following Temperamental (1999).^[2] The album was preceded by the single "Nothing Left to Lose" on 10 January 2023,^[3] followed by "Caution to the Wind", "Run a Red Light", and "No One Knows We're Dancing", in February, March, and April respectively.^[4][5][6]

The album "Fuse" by Everything But the Girl has received positive reviews. Critics have praised the duo's return to music after a long hiatus and have noted that the album is a strong addition to their discography. The album is described as electronic and in line with their previous work, but with new paths to explore¹²³. The vocals and melodies are catchy, and the album is audibly made by people with a deep love and understanding of music⁴. The album is described as having a sharpness and raw quality, and Tracey Thorn's vocals are noted as being magnificent⁵. Overall, the album has been well-received by critics.

Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt of Everything But The Girl were inspired to return after 24 years by the inspiration that comes with living in the present¹. In an interview, Thorn and Watt discussed how they wanted to make music that had a connection with what's happening around them now¹. They also revealed that they had reconnected musically during the pandemic and had been working on their new album, "Fuse," which features a mixture of electronic and acoustic sounds². Watt also mentioned that they were excited to work with new technology that had arrived since their last album². While they currently don't have any plans beyond the release of "Fuse," they are excited to be making music again¹.

Below is the ultra-cool video for the first single off of 'Fuse.' We are glad to see this triumphant return from this amazing duo! 

Brian Richards