★★★★★
CHVRCHES has been spoiling us all lately. After very recently premiering the abrasive and hard-hitting 'Never Say Die' and appearing in the BBC Live Lounge to perform 'Get Out' - lead single from the upcoming album Love is Dead - and a cover of The 1975's 'Somebody Else', the band have unveiled another track from the album: the Steve Mac-produced 'Miracle'.
'Miracle' sees CHVRCHES steer even further into the polished electronic pop direction: the nostaglic synth tones are still there of course, but almost all of the elements around them have a different, more polished sheen to them. Lauren Mayberry's vocals once again take centre stage: commanding 'If you feel it can you let me know?' before the ludicrously catchy Imagine Dragons-esque chorus drops, complete with vocal chants and booming half-time drums. The wistful pre-chorus has a summery, EDM-vibe to it to contrast, almost as if it was written with a Tiestö remix in mind. All this combined just has epic pop banger written all over it, and this is no bad thing at ll: 'Miracle' is probably one of CHVRCHES' catchiest songs to date, and no doubt will be a treat to hear live.
