Description
Halsey – Badlands – Pink Vinyl Record
Badlands is the debut studio album by American singer Halsey, released on August 28, 2015.
The album falls within the pop, electropop, and synth-pop genres with elements of alternative and indie pop. Badlands is a concept album that explores a dystopian world referred to as the “Badlands.” The concept is reflected in the album’s overall theme and imagery.
“New Americana”: The lead single that gained popularity for its anthemic chorus and social commentary, “Colors”: A song known for its atmospheric production and exploration of themes related to love and identity and “Castle”: Featured in the trailer for the movie “The Huntsman: Winter’s War,” this track has a powerful and cinematic sound.
Badlands was a commercial success, receiving positive reviews from critics and debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 chart. The album received praise for its atmospheric production, Halsey’s vocal delivery, and the cohesive narrative that runs through the tracks.
Halsey continued the concept of the Badlands in subsequent projects, such as her second studio album “Hopeless Fountain Kingdom.”
The album cover features Halsey in a desolate landscape, symbolizing the Badlands concept.
Badlands marked Halsey’s breakthrough in the music industry and played a significant role in establishing her as a prominent figure in contemporary pop music. Following “Badlands,” Halsey achieved further success with subsequent albums, including “Hopeless Fountain Kingdom” (2017) and “Manic” (2020).
Badlands served as a strong introduction to Halsey’s music, showcasing her distinctive style and willingness to explore complex themes within her work. The album’s success contributed to Halsey’s rise to prominence in the pop music landscape.
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Track Listing
Castle
Hold Me Down
New Americana
Drive
Roman Holiday
Colors
Coming Down
Haunting
Control
Young God
Ghost