Witness (Deluxe)

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AlbumJun 09 / 201717 songs, 1h 5m 7s
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4.8 / 10

On her fourth album, the pop superstar finds a more unifying sound but struggles to come up with lyrics that aren't plain cringe-worthy.

F

Hell hath no fury like a pop star backlash. Because mega-selling artists of Katy Perry’s caliber are put on impossibly high pedestals, they’re also held to higher standards of scrutiny. Mortal sins for pop stars include (but aren’t limited to) overexposure, changes in music styles, trying too hard, not trying hard…

6 / 10

Katy Perry melds social awareness to high-octane electropop on new album 'Witness'. Get NME's verdict on the new album

7 / 10

Katy Perry has managed to find herself in a state that balances both being fresh and relevant rather nicely.

Perry could do with offering a bit more fun

Our take on the latest from the chart-topping pop star.

Also Chuck Berry and Lindsay Buckingham/Christine McVie

(Capitol/Virgin EMI)

The album’s roster of collaborators proves that Perry isn’t content to simply spin her wheels.

3 / 10

2.3 / 5

Katy Perry - Witness review: We all want to be seen.

Katy Perry is one of the most interesting pop stars of the past decade.

CD new music review by Thomas H Green