After the release of only one EP (Hot Toast) and one single (Golden/Night Swimmer), Beth attracted major mainstream media attention, became a big festival draw in the process and then promptly disappeared.  But, where’s she been?

“I’m going to utilise the 'due to unforeseen circumstances' line and leave it at that,” says Newcastle born Houghton, still only 21. “I spent a substantial amount of the last year in Los Angeles falling in love with the city, which is a first for me. I usually go for guys.”

There was also the small matter of recording her debut album, a process Beth wanted to do on her own terms at her own speed. Recorded with producer Ben Hillier (Blur, Elbow, Depeche Mode, Doves). “I see this album as an animal I'm preparing to ride,” says Beth. “Grooming it, feeding it, braiding its hair, and I feel that Ben has built me a saddle that is both practical and comfortable to use.”