Stanisland Magazine

The jaw-dropping album is a breathtaking work of pop music, with elements of alternative genres woven throughout.

After months of waiting, Alessia Cara finally released her highly anticipated album, Love & Hyperbole, a 46-minute long Def Jam record. 

Traditionally known for a hip-hop catalogue, the label expanded beyond their narrow field of vision, leading to the extraordinary exploits of the Canadian singer. 

What Love & Hyperbole Sounds Like

Cultivating an intrinsically pop sound, Cara provides ways to include, without shutting off, alternative audiences. Her sound is fluid and connects with existing fanbases through an emotional depth that explores themes of vulnerability and growth. The first track, Go Outside!, isn’t necessarily jarring in comparison to her previous drops, but it does help us throw out preconceived notions for what to expect from Love & Hyperbole.

This is followed up by Left Alone which probes the fragility of desertion in isolation. The singer delivers calculated vocals over a stripped-back production of melancholic ambience and its presentation is simple yet effective; it keeps us engaged and on track from skipping songs. A big thumbs up here, as it builds anticipation and keeps us guessing.

With a cadence that exudes an open and relaxed vibe without conjuring sentiments of anxiety, the artist ensures copious tapestries of billowing vocal texture. The changes include easily identifiable markers as seen between shifts on Dead Man and Fire.

Track 13 is a testament to the crafting of curatorial intent, giving listeners a pick-me-up from the previous song. On Feels Right, an acoustic guitar props up a conversational, introspective tune that carries a steady melody, while it delves into the uncertainty of relationships even if they appear circumstantially perfect and worth continuing.

Verdict

There is enough here to please both fans and musicians alike. Featuring low to mid-intensity compositions, as heard on Dead Man and Subside, the album strikes a balance for varying tastes. Combining a myriad of soundscapes, it could still go further, as its tempo may alienate certain subgroups.

That said, it isn’t sonically repetitive and leans heavily into music indicative of someone who understands the structure of songwriting and has grown. This isn’t packed with overused tropes and will click with listeners looking for something that dips into different genres without abandoning its identity. It’s a great album and hard to complain about given it’s so accessible, as with Cara’s previous long plays. This is underscored by fan reactions that include: “I’m so happy it’s finally out!!!!! About to annoy EVERYONE in my life about this!” and “I really enjoy the album a lot 🙂 I just like her songwriting, it grows every album and her voice is so soothing.”

Where to Stream and Buy

You can stream Love & Hyperbole on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon and YouTube. Vinyl and compact disc (CD) copies can be purchased directly from the EMI Record Store.

World Tour Dates 2025

Beginning April 6th 2025, Alessia Cara will also embark on a world tour of North America, Europe and Asia, see below for the complete schedule.

North America

• Apr 6 – Boston, MA – Orpheum Theatre (Presale)
• Apr 8 – Washington, DC – The Anthem (Presale)
• Apr 9 – Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre (Presale)
• Apr 11 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount (Presale)
• Apr 12 – Norfolk, VA – The NorVa (Presale)
• Apr 13 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz (Presale)
• Apr 15 – Atlanta, GA – The Eastern (Presale)
• Apr 16 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle (Presale)
• Apr 18 – Chicago, IL – Auditorium Theatre (Presale)
• Apr 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Uptown Theater (Presale)
• Apr 22 – Denver, CO – Paramount Theatre (Presale)
• Apr 25 – Los Angeles, CA – The Orpheum Theatre (Presale)
• Apr 26 – San Francisco, CA – Nob Hill Masonic (Presale)
  

Asia & Australia

• Apr 30 – Shanghai, China – Venue TBD (Presale)
• May 4 – Taipei City, Taiwan – Venue TBD (Presale)
• May 6 – Brisbane, Australia – The Fortitude Music Hall (Presale)
• May 7 – Sydney, Australia – Roundhouse (Presale)
• May 10 – St Kilda, Australia – Palais Theatre (Presale)

Canada

• May 14 – Montreal, QC – MTELUS (Presale)
• May 15 – Toronto, ON – Roy Thomson Hall (Presale)
• May 16 – Windsor, ON – Caesars Windsor (Presale)
• May 19 – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre (Presale)
• May 20 – Saskatoon, SK – TCU Place (Presale)
• May 21 – Edmonton, AB – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (Presale)
• May 23 – Tsuut’ina, AB – Grey Eagle Event Centre (Presale)
• May 26 – Vancouver, BC – The Centre In Vancouver (Presale)

Europe

• Jun 6 – Trondheim, Norway – NEON Festival (Notify Me)
• Jun 8 – Manchester, UK – O2 Ritz Manchester (Presale)
• Jun 9 – London, UK – Roundhouse (Presale)
• Jun 11 – Paris, France – Salle Pleyel (Presale)
• Jun 12 – Zurich, Switzerland – Komplex (Presale)
• Jun 14 – Utrecht, Netherlands – TivoliVredenburg (Presale)
• Jun 15 – Cologne, Germany – Carlswerk Victoria (Presale)
• Jun 16 – Berlin, Germany – Huxleys Neue Welt (Presale)
• Jun 19 – Warsaw, Poland – Progresja (Presale)