Having five siblings, one of which is Joseph Sumner - lead singer of the band Fiction Plane, it’s no wonder Eliot is emerging out of the woodwork as an edgy, stylish, husky voiced vixen, rubbing her individuality in everyone’s faces. Despite mixed reviews from critics the fashion world have quickly snapped her up, including Vogue, and she has found recent success supporting mercury prize nominated act La Roux.
Opening track ‘Self Machine’ seems a perfect fit due to the energetic and child-like nature of the song. Playful piano sequences entertain between verses and Coco’s somewhat self-conscious lyrics create an adolescent feel. Setting a promising example for the rest of the album ‘Self Machine’ lifts any listener’s spirits into a youthful daze. ‘In Spirit Golden’ is yet another bubbly tune which sends moods soaring. With uplifting melodies and electro-pop sounds it allows easy listening and teamed with carefree lyrics it once again makes you feel all fuzzy inside.
From one extreme to the other Coco battles with a more sultry number, ‘Summer Rain’. Her hoarse voice seems to generate a sense of drama throughout the song and adds a more seductive feel rather than previous youthful tracks. Album titled single ‘The Constant’ feels a little drab considering the album is named after it. Coco once again contributes slightly depressing lyrics which evolve around tough love and “broken” souls. It all feels very adolescent, or moody. Maybe both. This may not be entirely bad though, as many ambitious music lovers, who provide a large bulk of I Blame Coco’s fan base, are hormonal teenagers.
I Blame Coco can just about be compared with Ladyhawke and Ellie Goulding's electro pop style. The album is laced with seductive whispers and persistent electronic drum beats which create an edgy feel throughout. Breaking free from her already famed family's grip, I Blame Coco has presented an applaudable debut.
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