There are moments in a musicians’ career that you look back on, you sit and ponder over which one of those were really the beginning of the madness, the catalyst to superstardom.
If you didn’t know the name Olivia Dean, you probably will after this moment, which punches her one way ticket to the summit of the music industry.
On just her second offering, her album, ‘The Art Of Loving’ has claimed the throne in the UK Charts this week, leapfrogging the likes of Sabrina Carpenter and Doja Cat. Her single ‘Man I Need,’ which has spiralled into popularity, also claimed pole position on the UK Singles Charts.
Both mark the first time the singer has achieved either feat. The last female artist to have such a debut week, (53,00 units moved) was none other than Adele in 2021. Whilst following those footprints seems unimaginably difficult, there is certainly no better way to go about it…
Dean has also topped the Official Vinyl Albums Charts. Oh, and dispute having the number one single, that wasn’t enough for her, she also snags number 4 (Nice To Each Other) AND number 9 (So Easy (To Fall In Love)).
Following the excitement, fans were delivered a second serving. Dean announced on her social media that two more O2 dates would be added to next year’s ‘Art Of Loving Tour’.
That brings what is now an O2 Residency to six nights in total. Dean was performing in venues holding less than 5,000 people just one year ago. She will now sing to around 120,000 fans over 6 nights in what’s arguably the country’s greatest arena.
She really does make it look dangerously easy, but has stayed personal and connected with her followers. In a wholesome heartfelt style, that the London born singer has always embodied, she shared a heartfelt thank you to her fans on her Instagram.
The artist wrote: “my heart is so full thank u for receiving the album so warmly. feeling very loved and understood!”
That would be a career defining feat for many, but you can’t ignore the feeling that this could be merely a surface scratching procurement.
Pre-sale tickets will be available from 10am on Wednesday 8th October.
To gain access, you can order the number one album from Dean’s official store by 5pm on Monday 6th October.
General sale tickets will be released at 10am on Friday 10th October.
