Always in Between

Always in Between is the second studio album by British singer-songwriter Jess Glynne, released in 2018. Following the massive success of her debut, I Cry When I Laugh, this record represents a shift toward a more mature, soul-oriented sound. While Glynne's signature raspy vocal remains the centerpiece, the production moves away from the 120 BPM house-pop that defined her early career, opting instead for mid-tempo arrangements influenced by classic soul and contemporary R&B. The album was recorded during a period of intense personal reflection and professional pressure, themes that permeate tracks like 'Thursday' (co-written with Ed Sheeran) and 'Broken'. Critics noted the influence of artists like Joss Stone and M People, praising the high production standards while occasionally critiquing the album for its adherence to safe, generic pop structures. Despite mixed critical reviews, it was a commercial juggernaut, debuting at number one in the UK and cementing Glynne's status as a dominant force in British pop.