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Heartbreaks and Earthquakes | ||||
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Mixtape by | ||||
Released | May 12, 2012 | |||
Recorded | 2012 | |||
Genre | Synth-pop | |||
Length | 21:00 | |||
Label | Independent | |||
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Charli XCX chronology | ||||
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Heartbreaks and Earthquakes is the first mixtape by British singer Charli XCX, released independently on June 12, 2012. It was made available online for free on YouTube, SoundCloud, and her website for download.
Charli XCX began working on Heartbreaks and Earthquakes while she was touring and starting to gain recognition in the underground music scene. This mixtape includes a collection of remixes and unreleased tracks, highlighting her ability to combine different styles and genres. In various interviews, Charli XCX mentioned that the creation process of this mixtape was an experimental period where she deeply explored her artistic identity and musical influences.
The mixtape was produced in collaboration with several producers, although no specific names are listed in the production credits. Despite this, the production of the mixtape reflects Charli XCX's ability to work with diverse sounds and production techniques. The style of Heartbreaks and Earthquakes is characterized by synth-pop, with influences from underground music. This work showcases her versatility as an emerging artist and her willingness to experiment with new musical forms.
Credits adapted from the album notes. [1]
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Champagne Coast" |
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| 3:19 |
2. | "How Can I" |
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| 1:10 |
3. | "Grins" |
| 3:50 | |
4. | "So Far Away" |
| 3:19 | |
5. | "Dreams Money Can Buy" |
| 3:15 | |
6. | "Lock You Up" |
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| 2:18 |
7. | "Spoons" |
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| 2:18 |
8. | "You're the One (The Internet Remix)" |
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| 1:22 |
Total length: | 21:00 |
Notes
The mixtape received positive reviews from the music press. Critics praised Charli XCX's ability to create a distinctive and fresh sound, highlighting her talent for songwriting and production. Heartbreaks and Earthquakes helped establish her career, preparing her for future releases and solidifying her position in the music industry.
Although Heartbreaks and Earthquakes was not a commercial release, its impact on Charli XCX's career was significant. This mixtape showcased her ability to experiment with different styles and collaborate with other artists, which allowed her to gain greater visibility and recognition in the music industry. Additionally, the success of this mixtape paved the way for her next project, Super Ultra , and eventually for her debut album, True Romance in 2013.
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