“The album is caustically self-aware and buoyed by her songwriting talents and vocal performances.”
“Beyoncé protégé Chloe Bailey is a generational talent, but the generic songwriting and chemistry-free features on her solo debut don’t make the case.”
“This year is one of solo stardom for the Bailey sisters. Coming to prominence as the R&B-pop duo Chloe x Halle, in May Halle will lead Disney’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, while this month sees the release of Chlöe’s debut LP, In Pieces. As Chloe x Halle, the Baileys developed a radio-friendly R&B sound anchored by their dextrous vocal runs, maturing from the teen romance narratives ”
“wild R&B innovation let down by missteps”
“Chlöe's In Pieces is a musically decent but uninspired debut”
