oyster

Released in March 2025, Oyster represents a significant stylistic pivot for Chloe Moriondo, moving away from the high-energy maximalism of 2022's Suckerpunch toward a more atmospheric, 'mermaid-glitch' aesthetic. Produced by a collaborative team including Jonah Summerfield and AfterHrs, the album is a cohesive concept piece centered on oceanic metaphors for grief and self-discovery following a breakup. The title refers to a specific childhood memory, grounding the abstract electronic production in personal history. Musically, the record is characterized by its 'liquid' textures, utilizing heavy reverb, vocal manipulation, and minimalist electronic beats to create a sense of being submerged. Critical reception has been highly positive, with DIY and Clash praising Moriondo's maturing musicality and her ability to blend avant-garde glitch elements with traditional singer-songwriter vulnerability. It stands as her most sophisticated work to date, successfully merging her bedroom-pop origins with sophisticated art-pop ambitions.