Draft:Club Shy
| Club Shy | ||||
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| Released | February 9, 2024 | |||
| Recorded | 2023 | |||
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| Length | 15:32 | |||
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Club Shy is the sixth extended play by British rapper and singer Shygirl, released on 9 February 2024 through Because Music. Shygirl is adding her own textures to the exuberant energy of '90s and '00s dance hits on her new EP, 'dance Shy'. She discusses flawless escape and the reason she's "finally having fun" with Thomas Hobbs.[1]
The extended play is supported by lead single, Thicc, with Irish singer Cosha.
Background and release
[edit]Following Club Shy's 2022 opening at London's Metropolis nightclub, there was a PinkPantheress-hosted LA night and Club Shy Brazil, which included special sets by VTSS, LSDXOXO, and guest Charli XCX. Later, Shygirl hosted Club Shy events in New York's storied Webster Hall and Chicago's Club Shy.[2]
Critical reception
[edit]| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| Pitchfork | 7.5[3] |
| Metacritic | 80/100[4] |
| Album of the Year | 70/100[5] |
| Sputnik Music |    |
The "Club Shy" EP by Shygirl has received positive critical reception, highlighting its energetic and nostalgic approach to electronic music. According to MuuMuse, the EP is described as a "sultry, sweaty" collection of tracks that are essential for any club setting. The review praises Shygirl's ability to blend '90s and '00s club influences with modern electronic sounds, resulting in a no-filler, high-energy set perfect for the dance floor. Each track showcases different elements of club music, from the hypnotic beats of 4eva to the catchy and playful mr useless.[6]
Mixmag featured an in-depth interview with Shygirl, where they discussed the creative process behind Club Shy. The publication commended the EP for its dynamic production and Shygirl's distinctive vocal style. They also highlighted how Club Shy reflects her growth as an artist and her ability to push boundaries in dance music.[7]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "4eva" (with Empress Of & Kingdom) | Empress Of, Jarina De Marco, Blane Muise | Shygirl, Kingdom | 2:20 |
| 2. | "f@k€" (with Kingdom) | Girl Unit, Kingdom, Blane Muise | Shygirl, Kingdom, Girl Unit | 1:47 |
| 3. | "mute" (with Lolo Zouaï) | Big Ever, Lolo Zouaï, Oscar Scheller, Muise | Shygirl, Oscar Scheller, Big Ever | 2:28 |
| 4. | "tell me" (with Boys Noize) | Boys Noize, Sega Bodega, Muise | Shygirl, Boys Noize, Sega Bodega | 2:43 |
| 5. | "mr useless" (with SG Lewis) | SG Lewis, Muise | Shygirl, SG Lewis | 2:29 |
| 6. | "thicc" (with Cosha) | Karma Kid, Cosha, Sega Bodega, Muise | Shygirl, Karma Kid, Sega Bodega, Mark Ralph | 3:42 |
| Total length: | 15:32 | |||
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "4eva - extended" (with Empress Of & Kingdom) | 3:19 |
| 2. | "f@k€ - extended" (with Kingdom) | 2:46 |
| 3. | "mute - extended" (with Lolo Zouaï) | 3:24 |
| 4. | "tell me - extended" (with Boys Noize) | 4:03 |
| 5. | "mr useless - extended" (with SG Lewis) | 3:29 |
| 6. | "thicc - extended" (with Cosha) | 4:37 |
| Total length: | 21:65 | |
- ^ "Feel the euphoria_ Why Shygirl is reshaping classic club sounds - Features - Mixmag". 14 February 2024. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
- ^ "Shygirl - Club Shy. Shygirl". 29 March 2024. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
- ^ https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/shygirl-club-shy-ep/
- ^ https://www.metacritic.com/music/club-shy-ep/shygirl
- ^ https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/tsksk/album/827769-club-shy/
- ^ "Shygirl _ Club Shy EP Album Review _ Pitchfork". 13 February 2024. Retrieved 15 June 2024.
- ^ "Feel the euphoria_ Why Shygirl is reshaping classic club sounds - Features - Mixmag". 14 February 2024. Retrieved 15 June 2024.