Cacophony

Cacophony is the debut studio album by British artist Paris Paloma, released in August 2024 following the viral success of the single 'labour.' The album serves as a comprehensive expansion of Paloma's 'dark folk' aesthetic, blending traditional folk instrumentation with art-pop sensibilities and darkwave atmospheres. Lyrically, the record is a dense exploration of the female experience, utilizing Greek mythology, art history, and domestic imagery to critique patriarchal structures and celebrate resilience. Recorded with a focus on vocal architecture, Paloma utilizes massive choral stacking to create a 'cacophony' of voices that represent a lineage of women. The album's structure moves from internal anxiety to external defiance, anchored by standout tracks like 'drywall' and 'yeti.' Critics noted its sophisticated production and Paloma's ability to translate digital-era folk-pop into a cohesive, high-concept long-form statement.