I Don’t Want to Let You Down EP

Released in 2015 as a companion to her breakthrough 'Are We There,' the 'I Don’t Want to Let You Down' EP serves as a powerful coda to Sharon Van Etten's most fertile creative period. The title track, originally a staple of her live sets, finally received a studio treatment that highlights her transition toward a more robust, full-band indie rock sound. The EP includes 'Pay My Debts,' a slow-burning centerpiece that showcases her ability to build tension through repetitive, hypnotic guitar figures and dense vocal processing. Critics, including those at AllMusic, noted that despite its short runtime, the EP possesses the weight of a full-length album, praising Van Etten's ability to balance raw emotionality with increasingly sophisticated arrangements. The inclusion of the live track 'Tell Me' provides a bridge back to her more minimalist folk roots, ensuring the EP functions as a comprehensive snapshot of her artistic range.