Beth Orton returns with The Ground Above, a 2026 release on Partisan Records that finds the celebrated British singer-songwriter striding into what many are calling her truest top form yet. Building on the momentum of her acclaimed Weather Alive, this eight-song collection is her most direct and unapologetic work to date — urgent, raw, and emotionally fearless in a way that feels like a genuine artistic leap forward.
The album opens with the striking line "I'm invincible as grief," immediately establishing its emotional core: the tension between the fullness of Orton's life and wounds that time hasn't erased. Musically, it's rich and enveloping, weaving electric piano, soft percussion, flutes, and subtle synth textures into an after-hours atmosphere where time seems to dissolve. With songs averaging over five minutes, The Ground Above rewards patient, immersive listening — a showcase of both Orton's subconscious expressiveness and her gift for timeless songcraft.
- Limited Edition, Indie Exclusive
- Format: Vinyl
- Color Vinyl
- Label: Partisan Records
- Genre: Rock, Pop
- Release Date: 06/26/2026
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TRACKS
A1. The Ground Above
A2. Before I Knew
A3. Cigarette Curls
B1. Waiting
B2. Celestial Light
B3. I'll Miss You
B4. Love You Right
B5. Otherside
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