Multi-BRIT Award and Mercury Prize nominee Olivia Dean returns with a breathtaking new chapter in her artistic journey as she releases her highly anticipated second album, The Art of Loving, accompanied by the radiant lead single So Easy (To Fall In Love). The project arrives to an audience who has been waiting patiently for her next evolution, and Olivia delivers a body of work that not only meets expectations but gracefully surpasses them.
Crafted alongside producer Zach Nahome, The Art of Loving stands as Olivia’s most intimate and emotionally nuanced record to date. The album glows with sincerity as she reflects on the complexities, joys, and quiet revelations that come with learning how to love deeply and authentically. Through every song, Olivia channels her signature warmth, weaving together heartfelt melodies and vivid storytelling that capture love from every angle—romantic, platonic, tender, and true.
Across the project, Olivia’s refined musicality shines with striking clarity. Her voice, rich with feeling, carries each lyric with ease, showcasing an artist fully in command of her craft. She doesn’t just write songs—she builds entire emotional landscapes, inviting listeners into spaces that feel both personal and universally familiar. The Art of Loving reinforces why Olivia has quickly become one of the most respected and beloved voices of her generation.
Reflecting on the album’s core message, Olivia shares: “I don’t think this is a cynical thing to say but I don’t think love is just magic that happens to you, I think you’ve got to put the time in, it’s a craft, it’s like playing an instrument or any other skill… I’m a romantic, hopelessly, hopelessly. And I suppose I’m trying to just bring a little bit of love, and loving, back into your life.”
Her words echo throughout the album—each song illustrating her belief that love is something we build, shape, nurture, and return to with intention. This thoughtful approach elevates the project into a graceful artistic statement and a tender reminder of the beauty in choosing to love with effort and vulnerability.
With The Art of Loving, Olivia Dean reinforces her status as one of today’s most compelling storytellers. The album marks a powerful milestone, a testament to her growth, her emotional depth, and her unmistakable ability to create music that resonates long after the final note.
Olivia Dean has once again created a world listeners will want to revisit, celebrate, and carry with them. Bold, honest, and overwhelmingly heartfelt, The Art of Loving is more than an album—it is a gift, a reflection, and an invitation to experience love in all its forms.
The Art of Loving is out now.