Album: Golden

Introduction
"Golden" is the fourteenth studio album by Australian vocalist Kylie Minogue, launched on 6 April 2018 by BMG Rights Management. The album saw Minogue change her musical instructions, incorporating nation and dance-pop components in her songs, which was mostly inspired by her journeys to Nashville, Tennessee, in the United States. "Golden" received normally favorable reviews from critics and became the singer's sixth number one album in the United Kingdom.

Background and Production
After the release of her twelfth studio album, "Kiss Me Once" in 2014 and her 2015 Christmas album, "Kylie Christmas", Minogue parted ways with her previous record labels and signed a brand-new agreement with BMG Rights Management. The singer ventured to Nashville, Tennessee, to deal with a number of local musicians and songwriters for her approaching project.

Minogue teamed up with numerous producers and songwriters, including Steve McEwan, Amy Wadge, Sky Adams, and Nathan Chapman, among others. The singer credited her time in Nashville and the expedition of country music as the key impacts on "Golden". The album was ultimately recorded in Nashville, London, and Los Angeles.

Music and Lyrics
"Golden" showcases a mix of c and w elements and Minogue's signature dance-pop sound. The vocalist explained the album as a blend of "Dolly Parton standing on a dance floor". Songs such as "Dancing" and "Stop Me from Falling" display infectious pop beats infused with country-inspired guitar and banjo instrumentation, while tracks like "A Lifetime to Repair" and "Music's Too Sad Without You" highlight the album's emotive, heartfelt lyrics.

The album's lyrics tackle styles of love, heartbreak, self-reflection, and accepting one's golden years. Minogue's Nashville experience influenced not just the music however likewise the lyrical content, with numerous tracks showing the storytelling common in c and w. The style of durability, particularly in regards to Minogue's personal life and profession, is likewise common throughout "Golden".

Release and Promotion
"Golden" was released on 6 April 2018, with a number of various editions readily available, consisting of standard and deluxe editions, including additional tracks and remixes. The album's lead single, "Dancing", was launched on 19 January 2018, followed by "Stop Me from Falling" in March 2018. Several marketing singles were likewise released in the lead-up to the album, consisting of "Golden" and "Raining Glitter".

To promote the album, Minogue appeared on numerous television and radio programs, carrying out tunes from the album and discussing its styles and development. Furthermore, the singer started the global "Golden Tour", which started in September 2018 and featured performances across Europe, Australia, and South America.

Reception and Legacy
"Golden" received generally favorable evaluations from music critics, with many praising Minogue's smooth mix of country and pop elements and her determination to check out new musical instructions. The album debuted at top in the United Kingdom and became Minogue's 6th UK number-one album, along with charting within the leading 10 in a number of countries, consisting of Australia, Belgium, Germany, and Ireland.

"Golden" saw Minogue effectively incorporating c and w touches into her signature pop noise while likewise forecasting her growth and durability through its emotive lyrics. The album remains a standout in her extensive discography and a substantial turning point in her career.