Charli XCX surprised fans on Sunday with the release of‘Music, Fashion, Film (B-Sides Edition)’on iTunes. The digital deluxe album costs $4.99 and includes the original 11 tracks plus three previously unreleased B-sides and their music videos. These songs were originally only available on her Instagram alt-account and on limited physical 7-inch singles, making them incredibly hard to find until now.
Charli had previously told fans the B-sides would never make it to streaming services. In her announcement she joked about being a hypocrite with a winky-face, explaining that while she felt putting them online went against the ethos of the songs, she gave in because fans wanted them so badly. The move has sparked conversation about artist integrity versus fan service, with many praising her for listening to her audience.
On top of the surprise release, Charli announced a limited North American tour kicking off September 11 in Philadelphia. Are you planning to grab the B-Sides Edition and which track are you most excited to hear? Let us know on social media.
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