Ark may not be as strong at its more spacious, xx-esque moments, as it can struggle to hold the attention when Halls aim for the ambient. Nonetheless, stick with it and this is one of the year's more rewarding efforts.
‘Ark’ is remarkably assured for a debut album, Howard hitting his target direct when many around him are left quivering, their finger still on the trigger.
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