Ever since we first heard “XOXO” , from Camille Schmidt, back in November, we were instantly hooked. Our appreciation grew in December, with the release with equally impressive single, “Stanley”

We now have been given the gift of “Nude #9” , the debut album from by Brooklyn- based indie rock meets folk pop singer/songwriter Camille Schmidt, and it is every we imagined and more.

You can listen to “Nude#9” Here .

The ten track collection is a series of revealing and personal portraits—of herself, her family, and former and future lovers. Seamlessly blending the sounds of synth-pop, folk, indie rock and punk, Schmidt’s debut album is a rapturous portrait of a songwriter realizing her full potential. 

From start to finish Nude #9, from Camille Schmidt, is an absolute indie masterpiece. Every song is a beautifully crafted music composition that speaks to the mind the heart and soul.

In addition to the two spectacular singles, “XOXO “ and “Stanley” we enjoyed stand out tracks , “Fish Pills” , “Blood Love & Blessings” and “Heaven” . With a collection of such good songs it is impossible to pick a favorite but, the one track that really stood out to us was “Cult In Denver “, it is one of those songs that you become immediately attached to , featuring a hauntingly beautiful melody and perfectly placed vocals … it is a can’t miss.

You can check out the video for “Cult In Denver” below.

The songs that would become Nude #9 began to take shape last December. Working with LA-based producer Ben Zaidi, Schmidt would write at least a song a week; by the end of a few months, she had quickly amassed over 45 new songs. But realizing these songs in the studio was a new process for Schmidt, who recorded Good Person with a live band, “no headphones, and basically no overdubs,” she recalled. For Nude #9, she brought in a group of equally talented musicians—bass from frequent collaborator Eli Heath, sound sculpting from Michael Haldeman (Mk.gee), additional guitar from Sam Acchione (Alex G) and Jacob Drab (Allegra Krieger), and additional percussion from Kane Ritchotte and W. Alexander.

“A lot of these songs were written completely stream of consciousness,” she said of the album. Writing without self-editing was freeing, allowing thoughts to unspool before she had a chance to doubt her intuition. The result is an album that feels at once familiar and completely new at every turn.

Do yourself and go listen to “Nude #9” from Camille Schmidt, you will be absolutely delighted.