Lykke Li Releases Final Album 'The Afterparty'
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- Lykke Li released "The Afterparty", her first album in four years, which she hints may be her final record.
- The Afterparty comprises nine tracks totaling just under 25 minutes, with revenge‑themed titles such as “Not Gon’ Cry” and “Knife in the Heart”.
- The Afterparty blends electronic‑based alternative pop with prominent strings and even samples Max Richter on the track “Lucky Again”.
- Derek Davies, co‑founder of Neon Gold, said Lykke Li’s music was the primary inspiration for launching his label.
- Are You Happy Now, a track on the album, opens with strings and a percolating rhythm before exploding into a triumphant, synth‑driven chorus, earning critics’ praise as the standout song.
Why it matters: Lykke Li’s final album gives her a strong artistic closure and drives streaming revenue for her label Neon Gold, while cementing her influence on modern pop production.
