I have no shame in sharing with our blog readers, how I instantly burst into song every time Sophie Ellis-Bextor peeps up on my TV screen. Although, notably because in her advertisment for a well-known UK shopping catalogue brand. This being a joint collaborative promotion effort, where a short teaser of Sophie’s brilliant new single “Freedom of the Night” is used.
As an artist with seven studio albums to her name, it is fair to say Sophie Ellis-Bextor has quite a few memorably catchy songs in her expansive repertoire. Yet by the same token “Freedom of the Night” a Sophie, Biff Stannard (Kylie, JADE) and Shura collaboration with Chris Greatti (Willow Smith, The Dare) and David Wrench (Jamie XX, Hot Chip). Sees the endearing singer-songwriter reignite her spellbinding disco-pop presence.
Although the catchy allure of the track has proved inescapable with me. I nonetheless craved a look at the music video. Especially, since I heard Sophie mention, the concept for the new clip is a continuation of the “Murder on the Dancefloor” story. Once again, linking up with Sophie Muller. They replicate the central dance gala theme, but this time, Sophie assumes the role of mum. And it is her daughter competing in the competition. However, as the story unfolds we soon learn Sophie although, older hasn’t lost any of her ultra-competitive streak. As she results to devious measures to ensure her daughter comes away with the prize.
Also a lovely extra bit of trivia, for fact fans. The video is choreographed by Polly Bennett, who worked on the Amazon Prime movie “Saltburn.” The same that saw Sophie’s “Murder on the Dancefloor” gain resurgence with a notable sync in the comedy, thriller.
As noted during the pandemic and in her online Kitchen Disco series, live performances are paramount for Sophie. Indeed she notably goes from tour to tour and one festival to the next. With a new album on the way in 2025, it is similarly announced her biggest-ever UK headline tour takes place in May and June 2025. (including a headline show at London’s Royal Albert Hall).
Tickets are available to purchase via artist and O2 presale at 9am on Wednesday 30th October. Ticketmaster and venue presale at 9am on Thursday 31st October. General sale begins at 9am on Friday 1st November.
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