Naomi Scott’s F.I.G arrives as an 11-track debut from the London-born singer, songwriter and artist, with Lido producing every song and serving as executive producer. Its reference points run from the church music of Scott’s youth, including Mary Mary and Kim Burrell, through the ’80s pop her father played, with Michael Jackson, Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush in the mix, to the blog-era alt-pop of Jessie Ware and Robyn. That gives the record a broad pop frame without pinning it to one decade.
The tracklist moves between direct titles such as “Hellbent,” “Cut Me Loose” and “Losing You,” with “Rhythm” featuring Johnny Yukon and “Gracie” closing the set. All 11 songs were recorded at Espevik Studios in Norway, then mixed across sessions by David Nakaji, Neal Pogue and Zachary Acosta, with Chris Gehringer handling mastering. Scott wrote every track, alongside Peder Losnegård and a number of additional writers, so the album’s polished finish still comes from a clearly personal centre. Fans of ambitious alternative pop, soulful songwriting and the sharper edges of modern mainstream pop will have plenty to investigate here. It’s available as a paid release in FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF and MP3, with vinyl and CD editions too.
