Fools (EP)
Fools | |
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EP by Lauren Aquilina | |
Released | 22 October 2012 |
Genre | indie pop |
Length | 16:09 |
Label | Interlude Artists/ Self-released |
"Fools" EP is the debut music release from half-British, half-Maltese songwriter Lauren Aquilina. Aquilina self-released the EP on October 22, 2012. Without record label support, independent funding, radio support or any PR the EP reached number 10 in the main UK iTunes album chart, peaking ahead of many releases from major labels during that week.
The title track 'Fools' also reached number 72 in the official UK singles chart making her the only British artist to achieve an official chart placement during 2012.
Reception
"Fools" EP received critical acclaim upon its release in 2012, Aquilina's loyal fanbase guided her to becoming the biggest selling independent artist in the UK in 2012 with this single release. The title track 'Fools' was chosen for BBC Radio 1's 'BBC Introducing Playlist' where the song was played on daytime radio throughout January 2013. During this time the EP received a positive response from Greg James, Jen Long and Huw Stephens.
Track listing
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Fools" | Lauren Aquilina, Daniel Goudie | 3:33 |
2. | "Lilo" | Lauren Aquilina, Daniel Goudie | 3:41 |
3. | "King" | Lauren Aquilina, Daniel Goudie | 3:58 |
4. | "Wonder" | Lauren Aquilina, Daniel Goudie | 3:58 |
Tour
In February 2013 Aquilina performed her first ever set of headline shows to support the release of 'Fools'. The 4 date tour sold-out completely within 2 days of sale.
References
External links
- Lauren Aquilina website
- "Fools" music video on YouTube
- BBC Introducing Feature
- BBC Introducing Playlist
- Official Charts Company