Gracie Abrams Releases 16-Track 'Daughter From Hell' as Critics Fault Aaron Dessner's Thin Production
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Updated · bbc.co.uk · Jul 18
Gracie Abrams Releases 16-Track 'Daughter From Hell' as Critics Fault Aaron Dessner's Thin Production
3 articles · Updated · bbc.co.uk · Jul 18
Summary
Gracie Abrams’ third album, “Daughter From Hell,” arrived to heavy anticipation, but early reviews say its strongest writing is undercut by muted, whisper-soft production across 16 tracks.
Aaron Dessner’s indie-folk sound is praised in spots such as lead single “Hit The Wall,” yet critics say the low-key mix blunts the urgency of darker songs including “Humming” and “Cold Goodbyes.”
Standout tracks cited include “Good Reason,” “Death Wish,” “Look At My Life” and the title song, where Abrams leans into themes of blame, heartbreak, fame and her rebellious teenage years.
The 26-year-old enters the release with rising pop stature after 2023’s “Good Riddance,” a best new artist Grammy nomination and her first UK No. 1 in 2024 with “That’s So True.”