Blood Ties

Blood Ties is the debut album by London duo lilo (Helen Dixon and Christie Gardner), released earlier this year to much acclaim. An intimate yet powerful exploration of friendship, heartbreak, and identity, the pair intertwine soft harmonies, stripped-back moments and bursts of raw intensity in a way that mirrors their long-standing bond (having met in secondary school, they’ve been inseparable since). The album also captures their deft ability to tell stories, turning personal experiences into something universal, delivering with a remarkable clarity and warmth.