Lost & Found

Released in October 2011, Lost & Found served as the crucial introductory EP for London-based singer-songwriter Lianne La Havas. Arriving just months before her debut full-length, Is Your Love Big Enough?, this collection established her signature sonic palette: a blend of neo-soul sensibilities with the structural intimacy of indie folk. The EP is notable for its minimalist production, largely eschewing the electronic flourishes common in 2010s R&B in favor of clean electric guitar and organic percussion. The track 'No Room for Doubt' features American singer-songwriter Willy Mason, highlighting the EP's cross-genre appeal to the folk community. Critically, it was praised for its 'old-soul' maturity and La Havas's technical proficiency on the guitar, which avoids flashy solos in favor of intricate, rhythmic accompaniment. This release positioned her as a central figure in the UK's sophisticated soul revival, bridging the gap between the jazz-pop of Corinne Bailey Rae and the more experimental edges of the London indie scene.