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Oliver Sim

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Produced by his close friend Jamie xx! Oliver Sim's long-awaited solo album is now complete! Oliver Sim, popular songwriter, bassist and vocalist of The xx, has released his long-awaited first solo album "Hideous Bastard"! The album is the culmination of two years of writing and recording, inspired by his love of horror films and his own life experiences, and delves into themes of shame, fear, and masculinity. The album is the culmination of two years of writing and recording songs that delve into themes of shame, fear, and masculinity, including "Hideous," an opener that publicizes his illness, "Romance With A Memory," a strangely pop-tinged song based on Sam Dees' soul classic "Lonely for You Baby," and the 80s-mannered dream pop "Fruit," a celebration of queer identity. The album includes 10 tracks, including the preceding single, "Fruit," a dream-pop song that celebrates queer identity.The project was also produced visually, with a short film directed by Yann Gonzalez of France that was screened during the Critics' Week at the Cannes International Film Festival. The Japanese CD version of this album will be available for purchase in Japan. The Japanese CD version of this album will include a commentary, bilingual lyrics, and an additional bonus track.