Ellie Goulding // Explosions

There’s a bit of confusion as to what “Explosions” actually is. Capital FM were reporting it as the second single off Halcyon, which doesn’t really seem likely considering it was released a day after “Anything Could Happen”. However, seeing as that isn’t exactly the type of song that sells an album, it seems like “Explosions” is a promo single for the time being.

This track is something special. Beginning with Ellie’s soft, grainy vocals against operatic backing vocals, strings and piano gently enter before a pounding drum beat kicks in and things really get going. Ellie shows strength and a little vulnerability in this empowering, but ultimately sad power ballad. Everything about this is beautiful, it’s definitely a highlight of Ellie’s career to date.

Both “Explosions” and “Anything Can Happen” are available to download on UK Itunes right now, with the album going on sale October 8. With this song being as good as it is I wouldn’t be surprised if it was announced as the second single in a matter of time - it’s just screaming for a Winter release.

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    In love with this song….

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