TheirSay On “Something I Used To Wear” Album

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Step into my walk-in-wardrobe reveal of interviews, reviews, spins, chance to vote and performances.

One garment at a time, each song has more to say than just a fashion statement. Poignant, career-defying stand-ups to own my closet wholeheartedly and wear it the way I want.

Ladies and gents…here she is…”Something I Used To Wear” Album :>

Exclusive Interview with Lisa Goldin

by Illustrate Magazine

A fearless artist with one vision; writing music to touch heartbeats, lighting up the room. As a songwriter, twelve songs are aired internationally on radio & TV. Goldin’s journey establishes her in the UK, South Africa & UAE with a fortress of fans. Performances touring London, Ibiza, Dubai & Asia have led to sharing stages with Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, Scouting For Girls & Barbara Tucker. Goldin is a bright light creating a difference in the name of music. Check out the exclusive interview below:

1. Your roots can often shape your journey. Can you share a story or moment from your early life that had a significant impact on your path into music?

Lisa Goldin: From a really young age I just loved being on stage. When I moved to the UK I landed a singing-waitress job at the Naked Turtle in East Sheen. One night whilst performing I met Frank Griffith, a top-tier jazz player, who lectured at Brunel University. He encouraged me to to study there and my application led to an unconditional offer. Backtrack…I’d sent out my first demo “Syon Lane” to record labels, and was called into Universal Music, however when I was told I had five minutes to prove myself, I froze and was quietly ushered out the door. One of the reasons was because I had accompaniment on the record, but couldn’t sing and play my songs at the meeting (I was not asked to prepare playing live, and was a complete nervous-newbie). Anyway…I vowed to hop back on piano, restudy and learn how to play piano and sing together simultaneously. At Brunel University that is what I concentrated on. The end of the first year our project was to form a covers band, which I instead played my originals, saying the songs were by a famous South African, haha! We got a first for our performance :>

1) Listen, learn and grow.

2) Let no-one hold you back.

3) Do your own thing!

2. Did your musical journey begin with formal training, or was it more of a personal exploration? How has that shaped your unique approach to your craft?

Lisa Goldin: It was a combination of both. School choirs which trained my voice, stage performances concentrating on acting and a bit of dancing, as well as piano lessons. My school teacher was awesome, Mrs Ruth Engela, writing her own scripts for the Eisteddfod instead of the same-same regurgitated ones, and we won hands-down! She taught me to dive deep into the material and hone in my artistry from a young age. I do vocal and piano warm-ups before every performance religiously!

3. Who were some of the most influential figures in your early musical life, and how did they inspire your sound? Also, what’s the story behind choosing the name ‘Lisa Goldin’?

Lisa Goldin: Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Dionne Warwick, Aretha Franklin, Eva Cassidy, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross…I was the typical sing-all-day-into-my-hairbrush youngen. We had a balcony overlooking the park; the trees (and any innocent people walking by!) were my audience :> “Goldin” is my sister and brothers’ surname; the South African record label requested a name more English, and I wanted mine to be part of my family. I had actually used “Lisa Goldin” just after school, but changed it back when living in the UK, having the fun of spelling “Lisa Theunissen”! My albums “HerStory” and “Who Are You, Again?” are found under my maiden name too :>

4. What do you believe sets your music apart? How would you describe your sound to someone discovering you for the first time, and what emotions or experiences do you hope to evoke in your listeners?

Lisa Goldin: I used to say I sounded like smoky, bluesey chocolate…but that’s changed haha! This is a tough question to answer! Guess, best way to describe it, is that when I write, I’ve already heard the melody playing on repeat in my head. When it comes to genres, I am led by pop, soul, bit of dance, big belters, film soundtracks and musical theatre. Also have a couple of rules that if it sounds like similar to what someone else has already composed or if the landing or hook comes across as too predictable; to ditch the idea and start from scratch. A recent interview labelled my genre as musical-theatre-pop, which I thought was apt! To be honest I am just Goldin…hahaha! Sorry, I had to…because ‘just be yourself’ and hope the right people love you for it! In fairness don’t like putting too much on anyone before they listen. Don’t get me wrong, am super-keen for everyone to hear it, but also understand because music is so personal that it’s all about what the listener draws from it. “In theory”, I hope my songs touch someone’s heart, heals heart-wrenching-ache, gives someone the strength to keep going, faith staying true to their own core and I brighten someone’s day!

5. For most artists, originality is first preceded by a phase of learning and, often, emulating others. What was this like for you? How would you describe your own development as an artist and music maker, and the transition towards your own style, which is known as POP?

Lisa Goldin: It’s all in the rehearsal. The more you practice, the more you embody the song, and it is the same process when writing music; write, write, and write better. My best friend, Gem, was the one into rock, and tried very hard educating me. When the time came I had to learn “Sweet Child ‘O Mine”. I was in Singapore and took Guns ‘n Roses on a very long run (playing the song non-stop whilst running is one of the ways I learn music). It’s now one of my favourites to perform, even created a stripped down piano version! Thanks Gem :> However, as I definitely love the pop, musical theatre and cinematic forms more, these infectious hooks will forever be my obession. I am fascinated how one phrase can connect in such a way, that people would be singing it at the top of their lungs driving home, for decades :> If I can create something that special, that means so much to someone, that would be everything. So, I keep striving.

6. Music often transcends entertainment. What’s your view on the role and function of music as political, cultural, spiritual, and/or social vehicles – and do you try and affront any of these themes in your work, or are you purely interested in music as an expression of technical artistry, personal narrative, and entertainment?

Lisa Goldin: Touch them souls, baby! This is the most powerful medium to connect to the masses in a way that it is not dictating. Music is like church to me and performance is the delivery of the message. My songwriting includes overcoming hardship, rejection, dysfunctional families, unrequited love, unfair dismissals, the life I couldn’t live of 9-5 and wrote about war once, I think. And then…there’s that great, gushy love that is so close to home, because love does make this crazy, lil world go around…I love sharing story-teller songs. Singing these songs that mean so much to me is my world, because the audience can feel that energy and it creates a movement of magic in the air…(and I love chatting to my audience in between songs naturally, haha!) “Kept In A Locket” touches on many themes for instance; finding your tribe, letting go of someone, unexpected love finding the one, losing yourself, finding your way, dating today…I am glad GoldinFans shared how this song related to them! I am here as an artist to make a difference on our planet in the best way possible, and that is exactly what I wanna do everday. Let me know how I am doing?!

7. Do you feel the rewards of your musical career match the energy and passion you invest in it, or are there different kinds of fulfillment you’re still seeking?

Lisa Goldin: Performance is really rewarding, because I love being with my GoldinFans, seeing them in person feel out the song. I also haven’t accomplished the right level of traction yet with radio, film, TV and broadcasting – so would be inaccurate to say at this very moment. Finding that you do need to be on top of your game as a singer-songwriter checking your royalties, which is ongoing.

Part of the reason I built my own goldinlisa.com/GoldinShop for fans to access my music directly with the launch of the third album “Something I Used To Wear”. My bank manager says, “concentrate working on getting this show on the road”…! I must say, the beauty of it all is the more I write and share my songs, the more encouragement there is. Just gotta work on it daily…and understand it’s not an overnighter…

8. Can you walk us through your creative process? From the first spark of an idea to the finished track, what’s the most essential part of your process, and how do collaboration or external influences shape your work?

Lisa Goldin: It’s like a movie in my mind, but instead it’s music, that plays over and over, until it pops lyrically onto paper and in notes onto my piano :> Then I will write, rewrite, and rewrite until I feel I’m ready to do a voicenote recording. I distinctly remember the day I wrote “Just Right (Goldilocks Theme)”. I sat with the song for a day and was still hummimg it the next, feeling she had a lil something, something! I didn’t change this song in studio keeping it acoustic. When hitting studio with “Something I Used To Wear”, there was a full symphony in my head, which then needed translating. My producer, Stoyan Stoyanov, works incredibly fast, and I had to control not wanting to express every, single idea at once! The trumpets and ‘lalalalalahs’ were hilarious to add, as they emphasise the circus-relationship effect I was in. If you have ever seen the film “August Rush” – this is me! With all these ideas swinging merrily around, I do believe you have to let the song breathe, you have to let it tell the story; with clarity and build each layer slowly. I think of the listener all the time when producing, because the first note, the first lyric is your chance to be heard…so let the song shine as a standstill, and then allow your earworm to grow and take someone on a journey for them to embrace it as their own. Often use references in studio, but it is more for the theme of the song that strikes a similar connection, than the sound – I really do try to create my signature sound each time I put out a record. Establishing your identity is what fans gravitate towards, because…well…birds of a feather! Collabs…I listen intently to my peers…because I wanna hear what I am not. Sometimes it’s an influence and sometimes not…really depends what the feedback is. For “Hope” we were thinking of layering my voice, but Stoyan’s idea of having the Vox Chamber Choir from South Africa instead, gave the song real chutzpah, giving this song her charm.

9. What’s been the most challenging hurdle in either your personal life or music career, and how has it shaped you as an artist?

Lisa Goldin: Always been a go-getter throughout any setbacks, adversity and no-you’re-not-the-one(s). This album, though…geeewiz…it was not easy to release. There’s so much heartbreak and breakthroughs from personal to my career that it embodies. I think releasing the eight singles first was almost like therapy, to process what I had been through from 2011-2021. The interviews for this album, have brought all these emotions back, but, I honestly feel resilient and wiser now. And I mean that as a whole. The most elevating moment is letting it go, for it to be for audience now, my GoldinFans. And for me, I can go write a whole new chapter of this beautiful life, called mine :>

10. On the flip side, what moment or achievement in your career so far has made you feel the proudest, and why? And let’s talk about your latest release and future plans.

Lisa Goldin: The greatest milestone was taking back the copyright for all of my music, from a label that shelved them. These songs are featured on this album, and thriving – despite being terrified I would fail. My third album “Something I Used To Wear” is one I am proud of. My plan is to perform these songs in concert finally and hopefully sync them too. Since 2020; “Hope”, “Three Days”, “Something I Used To Wear”, “Kept In A Locket”, “Like That”, “Tell Me”, “HeartBeat” and the leading single “How Love Can Start” have aired on radio and TV – little me did this. I honestly hope I can do more with these songs and the new ones I am writing to reach the right ears…what a dream come true that will be!

Lisa Goldin Stuns With Cinematic, Fearless Storytelling On ‘Something I Used To Wear’ — And We Got Up Close And Personal

by Cage Riot

Lisa Goldin – “Something I Used To Wear”

By Ellie Malkin, Beach House

Lisa Goldin’s third album, titled “Something I Used To Wear”, needs your full attention. Over the span of several years, she’s dripped out pieces of this project like puzzle parts, each single released since 2020 leading up to a full picture that finally lands with personality and punch.

The title says a lot without over-explaining, and that pretty much sums up Lisa’s whole approach. This is an artist who knows what she wants to shed, whether it’s the pressure of other people’s opinions or her own past habits, and that makes the album feel grounded and intentional. There’s fun in here, plenty of catchy moments, but the real win is how cohesive it feels, despite the variety of themes, romantic sparks, goofy drama, heartbreak, and that classic need to just move on. My favorite track of the album is “Three Days”.

racks like “How Love Can Start” help anchor the release with instant earworm energy, while collaborations sprinkled in across the tracklist keep the flow fresh. It’s got the energy of someone who’s been through some stuff, learned what to keep, and definitely figured out what to toss.

Be sure to follow Lisa Goldin on social media to keep up with her future releases rolling out through the rest of 2025.

Lisa Goldin Shares Third Album

by Plastic Magazine

Lisa Goldin is one of those rare artists who turns life into song with sincerity and spark. Based in the UK, she’s enjoyed a career that’s swept through South Africa and the UAE, spending the better part of two decades mastering the art of musical storytelling. Her voice is astonishingly beautiful; soulful, relatable and often brushed with humour or heartbreak, while her music reflects an artist determined to connect on a profound level with listeners.

From her earliest days lighting up international radio to headlining venues in London, Ibiza, Dubai and beyond, her reach has always been broad. Along the way, she’s played with some of pop’s biggest names including Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, Scouting For Girls and Barbara Tucker. Yet despite the glamour, what shines through in her work is a down-to-earth honesty. Through her songwriting, she examines life and holds it up with a kind of sincerity that’s at once original and alluring.

Her three albums have each marked a different chapter in her developing sense of self. Her debut HerStory explored truth-telling and vulnerability, while the follow-up Who Are You, Again? marked a reclaiming of power. Her latest, Something I Used To Wear, continues that context but goes further, stripping away both external expectations and internal limitations in a bid to show up as her most authentic self.

Since 2020, this third album has been unfolding one song at a time, giving listeners a chance to live the journey with her. Each track tells its own story of heartbreak, romantic sparks, toxic gossip, joyful rebellion or self-discovery and whether it’s the wry grin of comedic revenge or the warmth of finding your tribe, Goldin’s gift lies in delivering big emotional moments with arresting musical charm. The album showcases a roster of collaborators including Pasha Cazan, Xenai, Mark Stent and Stoyan Stoyanov aka Dr Feral, who also shares production credits with Lisa herself.

From the delicate twinkle of piano on opening track “Apparently,” the album starts with a stunning, yet subtly melancholic outing that offers a true sense of Lisa Goldin’s extraordinary musical talent. Title track “Something I Used to Wear,” brings a gentle rhythmic bounce with the plucks of strings as Lisa’s expressive voice enters to set up a lively pop-focused outing. Flowing with the intricate snap of drums and colourful arrangement, Lisa threads infectious vocal hooks above to puts her musical versatility on full display.

“Three Days” presents a laid back groove of pattering percussion and bright instrumental textures capped by her silky vocal performance, gliding through moments of beat-driven aesthetic and passages of dreamy pop bliss. The full album release is led by “How Love Can Start,” a dazzling, piano-led anthem casts a spellbinding sound of graceful instrumentation that builds with the mellow shuffle of drums and the ever-present magnetism of Lisa’s gorgeous vocals.

With alternate versions and a remix of “Hope” by Mark Stent,” Lisa Goldin’s third record delivers a sensational run through of her expansive and wholly absorbing musical vision. The results have been well received across both radio and press, with support from BBC Introducing, Dubai One TV, Cape Talk and Smile FM, among others. Tracks like “Kept In Locket,” “Heartbeat” and “Like That” have climbed the charts in South Africa, showing that her blend of personal storytelling and pop appeal has struck a chord far and wide.

With Something I Used To Wear, Lisa Goldin proves she’s still growing, still experimenting and still writing songs that stick. It’s an album built from real life, coloured with both grit and glitter and delivered with the kind of heart that stays with you. Whether you’ve followed her since her early days or are just now tuning in, this is music that feels like a conversation you’ll want to keep coming back to.

Awesome to be on ‪TheVocalPod‬ with Julie Gordon unravelling the stories behind my third album “Something I Used To Wear” with a special performance of “How Love Can Start”. Julie Gordon is a game-changer in the music industry. Artists who need a stepping stone…she’s the one you should be chatting to!

Lisa Goldin – Something I Used To Wear

By Matt Jensen, Pitch Perfect

Something I Used to Wear is an album by Lisa Goldin. It’s a long one, clocking in at sixteen tracks, and it opens with “Apparently,” a minimal piece built on piano and vocals. Goldin sings with a kind of emotional directness that places the spotlight firmly on her voice. The arrangement is bare, which makes the delivery feel intimate and immediate.

Then the second track hits, and I had to check if I was still listening to the same album. “Something I Used to Wear” sounds like an entirely different project, produced like a slick pop single with bright synths and production touches that nod to 1980s radio hits. The jump between tracks is jarring, but also kind of fascinating.

“Three Days” pivots into cinematic ballad territory. It’s the kind of track that could soundtrack the final montage of a Disney film, full of swelling chords and big emotional arcs. “Like That” starts out in familiar territory again, with understated vocals and a sparse arrangement, before blossoming into a bubbly pop number. “How Love Can Start” and “Heartbeat” feel more conventional, with predictable structures and shiny hooks. “Fallin” brings things back down, just piano and voice again, which felt like a needed breather.

As the album continues, songs like “Tell Me,” “Let It,” and “Hope” (featuring Vox Chamber Choir) stretch further into sweeping, cinematic territory. “Hope,” in particular, sounds like something you’d hear during the credits of a high-stakes fantasy epic—melodramatic in the best way. There’s a grandeur to it that feels earned.

Something I Used to Wear jumps between styles with the confidence of someone who’s not afraid to risk a little whiplash. Some songs sound like they were built to climb the pop charts, others feel ripped from the stage of a musical. Through it all, Goldin remains the grounding force. Her performances feel deeply present, like she’s walking barefoot across each arrangement, testing the texture of the floor beneath her. It’s uneven at times, but never insincere. There’s real ambition here, and I’ll be keeping an eye on where she goes next.

Lisa Goldin Releases “How Love Can Start”: A Heartfelt Single from Her New Album “Something I Used To Wear”

By Groove Africa

In a world where it’s easy to lose hope in real connections, Lisa Goldin’s new single “How Love Can Start” reminds us that true sparks can still happen. Released as the eighth track on her much-anticipated third album, “Something I Used To Wear,” this pop ballad is already capturing hearts and promises to be the anthem the world needs right now.

“How Love Can Start” stands out as a song about hope and the magic of finding genuine love, even when it seems impossible. Lisa Goldin’s warm vocals and honest lyrics create a sense of wonder in a world full of swipes, set expectations, and little forgiveness. The song follows the success of “HeartBeat,” which charted for 17 weeks on SA Top 10 (peaking at No.2) and 22 weeks on CTM Top 40 (peaking at No.17). How Love Can Start” is a wholehearted, uplifting pop ballad that invites listeners to believe in love again.

Lisa Goldin’s new album, “Something I Used To Wear,” is a deeply personal journey that explores the process of letting go of old habits, outdated expectations, and the weight of other people’s perceptions. Since 2020, Goldin has been releasing each track one by one, weaving together stories of heartbreak, revenge, self-love, and the joy of finding your tribe. The album showcases her versatility and growth as an artist, featuring collaborations with Pasha Cazan, Stoyan Stoyanov (aka Dr Feral), Xenai, and Mark Stent.

Production was led by Stoyan Stoyanov at VST Records alongside Goldin herself, with studio engineering by Michael Gormley (“Hope” and “Three Days”) and Powela Tiemo (“Something I Used To Wear”). Each song offers a unique glimpse into Goldin’s world: from the honest self-discovery of “Apparently” and the liberating title track, to the playful energy of “Like That” and the chart-topping emotion of “HeartBeat.”

The album also includes moments of hope and reflection, such as the gentle reminder of “How Love Can Start,” the comfort of “Hope,” and the nostalgia of “Kept In A Locket.” Closing with the whimsical “Just Right (Goldilocks Theme),” the album invites listeners to find what truly fits in love and life. Acoustic and extended versions of fan favourites add new dimensions to the experience, making “Something I Used To Wear” a vibrant tapestry of stories and sounds that resonate long after the music ends.

Lisa Goldin is a fearless artist and songwriter with a mission to touch hearts and light up rooms. Her three albums tell stories of identity, growth, and self-acceptance. She has performed across London, Ibiza, Dubai, and Asia, sharing the stage with stars like Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, Scouting For Girls, and Barbara Tucker. Lisa’s music is heard on the radio and TV worldwide, and her loyal fanbase spans the UK, South Africa, and the UAE.

“How Love Can Start” and the full album “Something I Used To Wear” are now available frmo her GoldinShop and on all major streaming platforms: open.spotify.com/album/2BH

How Lisa Goldin is Redefining Dream Pop with Her Latest Album

By Songplode

Lisa Goldin‘s latest album, “Something I Used To Wear,” marks an end of an era and the unveiling of a newfound authenticity. Released through a song-by-song strategy since 2020, this album is a tapestry of stories ranging from comedic revenge to transformative self-love. Each track is a glimpse into Goldin’s life, where titles like “How Love Can Start” captivate the listeners with what she calls “pretty-in-your-head-hooks.”

This collection is a result of collaborations with creative minds like Pasha Cazan and Dr. Feral, under the production prowess of Stoyan Stoyanov. The Unveiling of “Something I Used To Wear” wouldn’t be complete without mentioning her exclusive GoldinShop—where fans can dive into her music directly. With chart-toppers like “Kept In A Locket” and “Heartbeat,” this album crowns her journey with success, as further signaled by its praise from BBC Introducing and various global playlists. “Something I Used To Wear” invites listeners to a soundscape where pop ballads resonate just right, capturing the essence of Goldin’s artistic evolution.

RGM INTRODUCING – WE INTERVIEW LISA GOLDIN

By Carl Maloney, RGM : REYT GOOD MAGAZINE

Hiya Lisa Goldin, thanks for joining us in the virtual RGM lounge today. Grab a brew and take a seat.

What was life like for you before you got into music?

Music has been my calling from a really young age, there is no such thing as a before or after! If there was, I would say…definitely dull.

What’s the live music scene like in Dubai, United Arab Emirates right now? Anyone we should be looking out for (bar you, of course)?

It is buoyant! Pretty much every hotel has live music. Apparently, there’s a singer-pianist at Plato’s in Atlantis the Palm and The Link at One Zabeel  that raises the roof on weekends…someone or other called Goldin :>

It seems like being a social media curator has become added to the many jobs of a musician, how do you feel about this?

Takes up too much time when I should be songwriting…although I love hopping on a story for a live moment to share what’s going on…mostly looking nothing like my promo and in PJs! I love old school…phone calls, voicenotes…the personables, you know! Probably should be a wee more savvy, but hey, here I am! Just be yourself if you’re going to social up!

How do you manage engagement on your socials?

I try to plan as much as possible, but lifing is a thing and sometimes I juggle it all. When I grow up, I’ll have an assistant!

What’s your view on the Music industry today?

All about who you know, how hard you work, not giving up and having boundaries in an industry that will take you for everything you have and not flinching. They say it’s business, but it breaks my heart and then I buckle up and become a boss babe to own what’s rightfully my creation. Sure some do good, but man, where are these people?! I just keep trying to strengthen my songwriting and production, then plug it hoping one day it’ll reach musicsupervisors who adore my quirky hooks.

Where do you feel you currently sit within the music industry?

It’s a climb. I’m still climbing. And honestly I can’t really see how far I’ve come because the snowy conditions are clouding my vision…hahaha! I hope I reach the top of songwriting world one day, so I can be in bigger awe whilst sitting with the greats.

What’s the biggest thing you have learned recently as you progress with your music?

Listen. Learn. Say no. Have boundaries. If someone on your team is questioning you, question them – it’s called team for a reason. Own your works, control the narrative and distribution – have your own shop to sell directly. Check your royalty statements versus your airplay – fight to be paid, no matter how many times they tell you the query is closed. The stats are there, believe them. Keep regardless of the knockbacks…it’s all about the song.

What was your best experience on stage?

Every time. My job is to lighten up the room, field and arena in the name of music. When the audience smiles, sings back and leaves the turmoil of the world behind…that is what fills my big ‘lil heart with joy!

What was your worst experience on stage?

Artists sabotaging artists for their own glory. Shame on you!

Tell us something about you that you think people would be surprised about.

I’m a softie sussing you out. People can be so mean, so I’ve had to learn to say bye and not be a walkover. That’s when she enters in a pink bubble. Protecting your energy is everything in a world of latches!

I hear you have new music. What can you tell us about it?

So here’s the thing, I am excited about it, I really feel like it has potential in the pop and film fields…but once I get here, it’s no longer about me, it’s about what you feel, so I hand it over. How do you feel about my new release? Music is super personal, it’s all your experience, your interpretation, your logic, your emotion, you. I could have kept it in my locket, but now all I can do is hope that it’s well received…! My nerves are finished from waiting!!!

What was the recording process like?

Beautiful! I work with a producer friend who totally gets my story-telling, writing process, recording format and limits. Stoyan Stoyanov – I am blessed to bring my music to life with you. We work at intense pace and demand everything from the vocal to the instrumentation, are ruthless with motif ideas as to what works better, call in opinions when we cannot hear the best version anymore and know when to cut or add whatever the song needs.

I have visions in my head of how the music sounds and Stoyan taps into that so he can do what he is phenomenal at. I always want more hours, more tweaking, but he knows when to tell me to go home and hear it back for a few days, then come back in. He loves knowing me so well and I have to give in, saying he is right…haha!!! Do we disagree? Of course, but we debate it out with pros and cons and the only outcome is for the best outcome for the song to shine. We are humble, don’t ever think we’re the bees’ knees and just love creating awesome, hearty music. It’s the most beautiful experience, and my brain is truly happy here!

What was the biggest learning curve in writing the new tunes?

I am evolving, my writing is improving and my hearing is becoming more acute. Radio loves my cinematic music and GoldinFans still believe in me…even though I make them wait forever for new releases…I’ll be like it’s coming…and five years later will drop it! True story in the releasing of “Something I Used To Wear” Album. Most of all learning that being grounded and thankful will always take you further than anything else.

Would you change anything now it’s finished?

I can see Stoyan looking at me to answer this question with raised eyebrows…Okay, noooo. But I would’ve liked to add an extra 3-4 tracks…haha!

Is there anything else you would like to share with the world?

My GoldinShop! Let’s face it we make peanuts from DSPs…so I’ve built something for my GoldinFans to access my music and books directly from me. I miss the old days of walking around with a clipboard, seeing who wants to chat and hopefully sign up to my mailing list after showcasing new songs at The Bedford…we like old school…talk to me human-to-heart :>

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WE REVIEW THE NEW ALBUM FROM LISA GOLDIN – SOMETHING I USED TO WEAR”

Lisa Goldin’s Something I Used To Wear has landed on our lap, so lets take a look at it.. A shrugging off of old expectations, a flipping of the emotional wardrobe. This record feels like a slow exhale after years of holding it all in — and for better or worse, you hear every bloody breath.

Let’s not mess about — this is a pop album, polished to a mirror sheen and ready to soundtrack breakups, glow-ups, and solo kitchen dance-offs with equal measure. Think commercial pop sensibilities doused in dream-pop glitter and given just enough singer-songwriter vulnerability to keep it from floating into the realm of AI-generated blandness. Goldin’s got the pipes, the presence, and enough experience to steer this ship with authority. But is it a smooth sail from track one to sixteen? Not quite.

“Apparently” kicks things off in tight formation — all slick production and poised vocal delivery. It’s not reinventing the wheel, but it’s a strong opener with a hint of sass. The title track Something I Used to Wear is more interesting. There’s actual heart here, a sort of up beat melancholy under the glossy surface. You can hear the metaphor wrestling with the melody, and for once in pop, the metaphor just about wins.

“Three Days” leans a bit too close to soft-focus rom-com montage territory, but “Like That” comes swaggering in to lift things. It’s catchy. Even in the acoustic version later, it holds its own — stripped bare but still flirtatious. “How Love Can Start” deserves the leading single role — not necessarily because it’s the best, but because it’s the most palatable. The kind of song that could worm its way onto any playlist and offend absolutely no one.

“HeartBeat” is where Goldin really lets go vocally, belting with impressive control over a driving beat. There’s passion here, and it feels less like a studio decision and more like an artist getting shit off her chest. “Fallin” and “Tell Me” start to blend into each other a bit — by this point, the album’s slickness starts to feel more suffocating than seductive. Too many tracks springs to mind.

“Let It” and “Hope” start to bring the emotional depth back, the latter especially. “Hope” is the kind of track that has the potential to mean wildly different things to different people. It’s no surprise it gets three reimaginings. The acoustic version with Stoyanov is intimate and aching. The extended version with Xenai adds a little more cinematic flair but drags its feet a touch. The remix by Mark Stent is a better, thumping take that could hold its own in a Balearic sunset set — arguably the most surprising twist in the whole record.

“Kept in a Locket” is a strong contender for the album’s standout moment. There’s an understated elegance to it, the kind of tune that creeps up on you and stays lodged in your chest. That and the campy self-awareness of “Just Right (Goldilocks Theme)” are the closest the album gets to being properly fun. Goldin shines when she’s cheeky and sharp — there’s a hint of Lily Allen if she went to Dubai for a spiritual cleanse.

Sonically, it’s all well mixed, tightly performed, and undeniably professional — sometimes to a fault. There’s very little room for grit or imperfection, and while that might be a conscious decision, it can also make the listening experience feel emotionally padded. When the vocals do crack, or when a lyric actually cuts through the sugar coating, it’s electric. But those moments are fewer than they could be.

Lisa Goldin’s Something I Used To Wear is a carefully tailored, well-accessorised collection of pop tracks, stitched with themes of growth, self-worth, and the odd bit of romantic carnage. When it’s good, it sparkles — when it coasts, it’s still competent. But one can’t help wondering what might happen if she left a few seams unfinished next time and maybe dropped a couple of tracks from its length.

Lisa Goldin enlève ses cicatrices comme on enlève une robe trop serrée sur Something I Used To Wear

By Extravafrench

On pourrait dire que Lisa Goldin écrit des chansons comme on écrit dans un journal intime dont on aurait déchiré les pages pour les crier dans un micro. Mais ce serait trop facile. Something I Used To Wear, son troisième album, n’est pas un simple exutoire ; c’est une mue sonore, une mise à nu stylisée, où chaque piste est une couture qu’elle découd lentement, jusqu’à ne garder que l’essentiel : elle-même.

Derrière les paillettes du pop, la voix toujours impeccable, on entend les failles, les souvenirs qui collent comme un vieux parfum sur un col de chemise. “Apparently” ouvre la marche, entre ironie douce et prise de conscience, tandis que le titre phare “Something I Used To Wear” claque comme un dernier regard dans le miroir avant de partir pour de bon. Le groove est là, élégant, mais jamais artificiel. Les arrangements – signés notamment par Lisa Goldin – jonglent entre efficacité radiophonique et subtilité de studio.

Goldin alterne entre ballades poignantes (“Hope”, “Three Days”) et petits brûlots pop à la fraîcheur presque adolescente (“Like That”, “How Love Can Start”). Mais ce qui frappe, c’est ce fil narratif, presque romanesque, qui lie ces 16 morceaux en une sorte de biographie musicale anti-glamour et sincère. Elle y règle ses comptes — parfois avec les autres, souvent avec elle-même. Elle a appris à dire non, à laisser les mensonges aux vestiaires, et à ne garder que ce qui brille de vérité.

Depuis ses débuts, de Londres à Dubaï en passant par l’Afrique du Sud, Lisa Goldin n’a jamais cessé d’être une performeuse. Ici, elle devient une autrice, au sens noble. Elle ne se contente plus de faire des chansons : elle raconte des métamorphoses. À travers des hooks savamment calibrés et une voix toujours à la frontière du craquement, elle prouve qu’on peut survivre à tout – même à soi-même.

Et puis il y a ce clin d’œil tendre à ses fans : la GoldinShop, lieu digital intime où l’on peut écouter l’album avant sa sortie, comme si elle nous ouvrait la porte de sa loge, maquillage à moitié fait, cœur un peu plus entier. Something I Used To Wear, c’est l’album qu’on écoute comme on relit une lettre qu’on n’a jamais envoyée. Et qu’on finit par fredonner, en souriant.

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Lisa Goldin sheds her scars like she’d take off a tight dress on Something I Used To Wear.

One could say that Lisa Goldin writes songs like she’s writing in a diary, torn out the pages and shouted them into a microphone. But that would be too easy. Something I Used To Wear, her third album, is not a simple outlet; it’s a sonic transformation, a stylized stripping bare, where each track is a seam she slowly unravels, until she retains only the essential: herself.

Behind the pop glitter, her voice always impeccable, we hear the flaws, the memories that cling like stale perfume to a shirt collar. “Apparently” leads the way, between gentle irony and awareness, while the title track “Something I Used To Wear” snaps like a last look in the mirror before leaving for good. The groove is there, elegant, but never artificial. The arrangements—written by Lisa Goldin, juggle between radiophonic efficiency and studio subtlety.

Goldin alternates between poignant ballads (“Hope,” “Three Days”) and short pop firebrands with an almost adolescent freshness (“Like That,” “How Love Can Start”). But what’s striking is the narrative thread, almost romantic, that ties these 16 tracks together in a kind of sincere, anti-glamorous musical biography. In it, she settles scores—sometimes with others, often with herself. She learned to say no, to leave the lies in the locker room, and to keep only what shines with truth.

Since her debut, from London to Dubai via South Africa, Lisa Goldin has never stopped being a performer. Here, she becomes a writer, in the truest sense of the word. She no longer just writes songs: she tells of metamorphoses. Through expertly calibrated hooks and a voice always on the verge of cracking, she proves that you can survive anything—even yourself.

And then there’s this tender nod to her fans: the GoldinShop, an intimate digital space where you can listen to the album before its release, as if she were opening the door to her dressing room, makeup half-done, heart a little more whole. Something I Used To Wear is the album you listen to like rereading a letter you never sent. And that you end up humming, smiling.

INTERVIEW

by FV Music Blog

We were lucky enough to catch up with musician Lisa Goldin following the release of ‘Something I Used To Wear‘. Read our full interview below!

Why did you choose Something I Used To Wear as the album title? What made that phrase feel like the right umbrella for all these songs?

“Something I Used To Wear” is a song on the album that took the longest to birth, as it was one of the most brutal break-ups to translate into song. One day, I just cracked up laughing about the absurdity I had gone through, and voilà, it popped! The album’s tracklist has a running theme of tragic relationships I’ve been through, and I had a stern talk that it’s enough of these awful choices. Hence, this is “Something I Used To Wear” and no longer put on myself.

This album has been unfolding since 2020, one single at a time. How did releasing it over time shape your connection to the songs — and to your listeners?

2020 was rough for everyone, right?! I tried to get my life back on track and focus on the studio, but I had other priorities to sort out. So it wasn’t deliberate. When I overcame the disappointment of not delivering ‘on time’ to GoldinFans, I instead fell in love with the trickle-type release. It helped me shape a stronger and more gradual relationship with radio and press – it’s because they trusted in the music that it then reached new GoldinFans; I am eternally grateful, thanks! I learnt so much about how each song connected with my audience because of their reaction to it. It’s fascinating finding out what songs had the most impact; it surprises me every time, and I find a new love for each one – it’s like listening to them for the first time :> A drop of an entire album in one go might have lost these individual moments I now cherish.

You’ve said this album marks “the end of an era.” What era is ending for you, and what’s beginning in its place?

It is the end of an era of putting up with complete and absolute nonsense, haha! I realized that as much I love helping people, it is just not my responsibility to help improve them. If people do not see you and love you for all you are, they are not your people – and I say this with so much love. My focus is on keeping my circle small, from family and friends to business. Authenticity is everything, and being full of laughter is a must while on life’s journey, which inevitably comes with curveballs. Saying “no” is my new favourite word.

Tracks like “Kept In Locket” and “Heartbeat” have topped charts and won radio love — but which song on this album means the most to you personally, and why?

There are two… the opening “Apparently”, the third song written in 2015, which tells the story of how gossip culture can hurt a reputation. It’s unfortunate how people waste their breath communicating a projection of their perception of someone else onto others. They couldn’t be more wrong, and I now have zero time drowning in their point of view. And, the closing song, “Just Right (Goldilocks Theme)”, the second song written in 2014, because from now on, it has to be ‘just right’ for Goldilocks [aka me…and the three bears!!!], and that’s in every aspect of my life!

There’s an empowering thread running through the album — from heartbreak and revenge to self-love and tribe-building. Did you know that would be the arc from the start, or did it surprise you as the songs came together?

This big little heart of mine knew she’d suffered enough. There were surprises, though! Originally, I had planned to choose songs I’d written between 2012-2019, but then “Three Days”, “HeartBeat”, “Tell Me”, “Fallin”, and “Let It” jumped outta my head and onto piano…they wanted to be part of this album, I guess… Sidenote: Isn’t it funny how the opening and closing songs were written before the main songs of the album; they kinda predicted the rest of the album’s theme. They totally set the tone! BTW I only looked at the dates today for this interview, so the order of the tracklist wasn’t influenced by that knowledge…

You’ve worked with a wide range of collaborators — Stoyan Storn Stoyanov, Pasha Cazan, Xenai, Dr Feral, and Mark Stent. How did each of them influence the sound or soul of the project?

Stoyan Storn Stoyanov – we’ve worked together since 2012 as a duo for band work and also produced the second album, “Who Are You, Again?”. Stoyan is one of the most accomplished pianists and producers I have ever met. As much as I play the piano on the album, he is featured on especially “Hope (Acoustic)”, and every song on the album plays the piano and all other digital instruments. He listens and feels everything with you and then enhances it by bringing your vision to life, whether as a musician or producer. Stoyan is very much a massive influence, from stage to studio, and a great friend. I trust his sound opinion, pitch-perfect ear, heartfelt work ethic and perfectionism with my life. He deserves so much recognition for his brilliance.

Pasha Cazan – we met when I was performing in Abu Dhabi at Jazz Bar, and she introduced me to The Fridge agency, which in turn signed me up as an exclusive artist in the region. Pasha goes to the ends of the earth for people who matter. She cares about every detail. This shining star is a talented violinist who lights up every room with her mesmerizing presence. I am proud to have her featured on “Like That (Acoustic)” and work together on our other all-female-band projects.

Xenai – we were selected as the Top 10 artists for Yasalam’s Emerging Talent by Flash Entertainment in the UAE, and Xenai went on to win the competition. He is the most awesome artist, and I expressed at that moment the desire to collaborate. “Hope” was released just at the start of Covid, and the message was poignant because of what the pandemic did. I wanted to have as many versions of it to reach various cultures and genres, to give them ‘hope’. I reached out to Xenai, and he was thrilled to rap on it with his Indian chant “Asha”. I am so grateful for his work on “Hope (Extended Version)”; he’s a rising artist and one to look out for.

Mark Stent – I had been trying to contact Mark for years, and finally, we connected. He was happy to remix the record, and I was even happier to have him on “Hope (Remix)”! He’s an absolute legend, and you should check out his infectious dance hits, playing everywhere.

There’s a sense of shedding layers throughout the album — emotionally, musically, even stylistically. Was there a moment in the studio where you realized: “This is the real me now”?

Yes…very much so :> Same me, just stronger! Stoyan and I recorded “Just Right (Goldilocks Theme)” live. It was the final song to do and loaded with tears of joy. I was working late the night before and had had pretty much no sleep. I was terrified my voice would be stretched, but somehow she came through. This song is just voice and piano as a grand finale, stripped down and with nothing to hide, just me (and Stoyan, of course!).

There’s a lot of fun, sass, and even comedy woven into stories of love and loss here. How important is humour to your songwriting and healing process?

Laughter, happiness, joy – the best jump-starts to serotonin! As bad as a moment seems, it’s only a moment – it does not define all of you and your lifeline. It is imperative to me to write music that touches hearts, empowers do-gooders and leaves the listener feeling elevated – that there will be a better day. What we don’t heal will hinder – so do your best to let it go…

This album follows “HerStory” and “Who Are You, Again?” — all themed around identity. Looking back, how has your sense of self-evolved across the three?

Having boundaries is an important part of that evolution. It protects your power. Learning that has been my biggest lesson. I am proud I took back the repertoire from the label that wanted to keep them but said my songs weren’t good enough to release them. These are the songs from this very album, all playing on the radio, all loved by my Goldin fans. It is the same reason I built my GoldinShop – to have a place for GoldinFans to have access directly instead of driving to a DSP that takes most of the creative copyright cut. Without these boundaries in place, this album wouldn’t be here. Boundaries are an integral element of evolution.

What would you say to the version of yourself who wrote the first song on this album back in 2014 — now that the full picture is complete?

Sidenote: Isn’t it funny how “How Love Can Start” is the first song I wrote on this album and the last to release as a series of singles?! Back to your question…what would I say to that version of me back in 2014? Hmmm… it’s more than okay to take your time :>

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Discovery: Lisa Goldin Releases Touching New Album

by Graeme Smith, York Calling

Lisa Goldin has been putting singles out from her new album, Something I Used To Wear, since 2020, and they’ve been well-received. Now she’s hit our radar through the completed collection.

Opening with the eerie piano of Apparently, Something I Used To Wear has a classical touch about it. Goldin’s vocals are instantly arresting as the come in, strong and isolated, full of expression in a vaudevillian first verse. The stripped-back style works well to foreground the soul-searching lyrics.

Title track Something I Used To Wear changes tone with a punchy, theatrical arrangement that proves an early highlight thanks to its strong storytelling.

The emotion stays heightened throughout, getting lush in Like That before becoming tender and wistful in lead single How Love Can Start, another highlight. Many of the tracks would work well on a Disney film soundtrack, in particular the cinematic HeartBeat.

Hope is a bright and vibrant moment with a percussive undercurrent and chanting backing vocals. Just Right (Goldilocks Theme) ends things with delicious wordplay before we get alternative versions of Like That, and Hope, including a lively remix with Xenai and a dance reimagining with Mark Stent.

“This album is about what I no longer put on myself or allow others to either,” Goldin explains. “It truly is the end of an era…”

The St. Johns-based Lisa Goldin is on a mission to write music that touches heartbeats and lights up rooms. With her new album, she’s certainly done that.

If you are a “GoldinFan,” you can access her music directly through My GoldinShop, including an exclusive pre-launch to Something I Used To Wear.

The album is out now and you can give it a listen here.

Lisa Goldin Unveils New Album, Something I Used To Wear

By TunesAround

Lisa Goldin has just released her third album, Something I Used To Wear, which marks a bold evolution, shedding old identities and expectations to uncover her most authentic self.

This 16-track pop journey captures everything from heartache and revenge to friendship and self-empowerment, with songs released gradually since 2020. Lisa’s knack for crafting catchy yet meaningful hooks shines, especially in the latest single How Love Can Start.

Collaborating with talents like Pasha Cazan, Dr Feral, Xenai, and Mark Stent, she balances vulnerability with playful defiance. The album reflects her growth across continents, from UK to South Africa, and UAE, and showcases a fearless artist embracing change. With tracks full of charm and insight, Lisa invites listeners into a world where letting go becomes a superpower.

Fans can explore more through her GoldinShop.

“How Love Can Start”

The leading single “How Love Can Start” is receiving airplay on Heart 1049 FM, Dubai 92 FM, broadcast on Dubai One TV and part of the South African Community feature with Dubai Culture and Arts.

The album’s twelve songs and four remixes have individual received praise from BBC Introducing, Dubai Eye 1038 FM, Cape Talk, Smile 904 FM, OFM, Hot 1027 FM, MFM, Hotelier ME since 2020 from its song-by-song release. Chart success includes “Kept In Locket” peaking at No.1 on SA Top10 and No.9 on CTM Top40, “Heartbeat” at No.2 on SA Top10 and No.17 on CTM Top40, and “Like That” at No.7 on Heart FM.

Thank you to every GoldinFan and Press Team for creating this magical moment with me.

Now for the album ladies and gents…here’s “Something I Used To Wear”!

Isn’t this just awesome :> so grateful, so heartful :>

Love
Goldilocks
xxx