This week, Beth Ditto releases her self-titled debut EP, of which I Wrote The Book is the headline single. With her solo work, Ditto has morphed into an electro disco diva, steering her career into a new direction.
It continues on from last year's excellent Cruel Intentions with production by Simian Mobile Disco. The disco diva persona reveals a different side to Ditto's personality, proving she is more than just a heavy-hitting rock chick. The vocal feels a little restrained, as you're waiting for her to fully let loose, but it's a welcome change of tact for the singer. The production is electric, with a pleasingly retro feel. The video, too, has an almost Madonna-esque feel to it. Although I Wrote The Book is the single, the other tracks are definitely worth checking out - Open Heart Surgery in particular.
With her debut EP, Ditto is rewriting the book of her career. It's a brave choice that deserves recognition.
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