

The crisp, streamlined quality of the track fits the central sentiment of a new beginning. On the opener, “Start,” Goulding promptly makes the music her own, with a voice that can’t be mistaken for anyone else’s. “ Brightest Blue ” is a collection of songs about personal fulfillment, ranging from bangers to ballads, while the B side, “EG.0,” is a set of collaborative works that pair Goulding with diverse artists for catchy results. It has been five years since she released her last record, “Delirium,” now Goulding returns with a double album that is her most ambitious yet. The title track was an ubiquitous hit, and a defining song of the decade. Ellie Goulding Sings Songs of Introspection on ‘Brightest Blue’Įnglish singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding got off to a strong start, with her first album, 2010’s “Lights,” debuting at number one in the UK.
