AURORA, the alt-pop sensation, has recently dropped her latest single, “Some Type Of Skin,” which debuted on March 20, 2024, under the labels Glassnote/Decca Records/Petroleum. The track, heralded by Clara Amfo on BBC Radio 1 as the “Hottest Record,” delves into the juxtaposition between vulnerability and the quest for emotional resilience, delivering deliciously dark electro-pop.
Produced in collaboration with Chris Greatti and mixed by Mitch McCarthy, “Some Type Of Skin” is enriched by the vocal contributions of London’s experimental ensemble Shards. AURORA unveiled the song live for the first time at London’s Lafayette during BRITs Week 2024 for War Child, garnering an enthusiastic reception from the audience.Originating from the stunning scenery of Bergen, Norway, AURORA has established herself as a standout figure in the music scene, enchanting crowds with her unique flair and dynamic live shows. Since joining Glassnote Records and Decca Records in 2014, she has garnered worldwide acclaim, amassing a dedicated following, with more than a million album sales, 12.6 million monthly listeners, and an astonishing 10 billion streams.
I’ve always been told that I should build some type of skin. I’ve always let myself merge too much with the world, not really knowing where the world ends and I begin. This song screams the muchness of it. And it’s delicious. Being human is really delicious, even though it’s more than any of us can handle. My god it’s a lot.
AURORA on the inspiration behind “Some Type Of Skin”
Accompanying the single is a captivating music video co-directed by AURORA and Kaveh Nabatian, with AURORA describing Nabatian as a kind of “strange soulmate from another world.” The video vividly brings to life the theme of loneliness explored in the song.
Besides the single, AURORA fans have much to look forward to, as she is set to grace the stage at Glastonbury Festival for the third time in her career. Subsequent performances will be taking place at Denmark’s Roskilde Festival and Japan’s Summer Sonic later this summer. This follows a string of sold-out shows across her home country of Norway and the release of her acclaimed singles “Your Blood” and “The Conflict Of The Mind” earlier this year.
AURORA’s musical journey has been marked by significant milestones, including the success of her third album, The Gods We Can Touch, which reached the Top 10 in the UK charts in 2022. Not limited to music, she also explored literature with her debut book of the same name, published in collaboration with Decca Records and Faber Music.
Originating from Bergen, Norway, AURORA has established herself as a standout figure in the music scene, enchanting crowds with her otherworldly flair and stunning stage presence. Since joining Glassnote Records and Decca Records in 2014, she has garnered worldwide acclaim, amassing a dedicated following, with more than a million album sales, 12.6 million monthly listeners, and an astonishing 10 billion streams.
Having completed sold-out headline tours and graced stages at renowned festivals worldwide, including BST Hyde Park, Lollapalooza, and All Points East, AURORA continues to captivate audiences. With an Academy Award nomination under her belt for “Into the Unknown” from Frozen II, AURORA’s trajectory knows no bounds.
“Some Type Of Skin” can be listened to on most major streaming platforms. For more news regarding upcoming music and tour dates, follow AURORA on Instagram, or join her mailing list.
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