Natanya – ‘Attitude Era!’ review: nostalgic, playful, spunky pop for those who love life left-field

Creative blocks come to the best of us, but it’s safe to say Natanya Popoola hasn’t been met by one yet. In just over the span of a year, the north Londoner has seemingly tapped into a boundless well of lyric and verse, spouting not one, but two EPs: ‘Feline’s Return’ and ‘Feline’s Return Act II’. Now, with her latest mixtape ‘Attitude Era!’, the singer, songwriter and producer debuts her most authentic self with a pose, wink and hair flip to boot. READ MORE: Spellbinding singer-songwriter Nomi. is finding her own frequency Collaborating with hit-making producer Oscar Scheller (PinkPantheress, Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama) is a no-brainer, and in keeping with her confidence, ‘Attitude Era!’ is very much a state of intent for what is to come. Album opener ‘Ticket Stop’ sweetly invites with its noughties nostalgia, punchy pop beats and angelic harmonies. “Hello Mr. Industry, it’s me – are you awake yet?” Natanya prods her makers once more to check they’re paying attention. “You can be a witness to this musical sensation!” As for those witnesses, there are some impressive ones; to date, Natanya has found support from the likes of Doechii, SZA and one Janet Jackson, while ticking off supp...