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Posted by: Dillan Nov 5 2014, 06:22 PM

New single, apparently the song is about Simone.

Posted by: ROBOT Nov 5 2014, 06:35 PM

Sounds VERY GOOD, I was waiting for a big chorus but I feel like that was probably still to come - very promising though, delighted they're carrying on and lovely that it's a song they can dedicate to Simone whilst still retaining their sound.

Posted by: Simon. Nov 5 2014, 06:36 PM

So eager to hear this, they are the most promising girl group in a long time imo, sod Stooshe, Neon Jungle & Little Mix all the basic groups there.

Posted by: mr_aly Nov 5 2014, 06:39 PM

That sounds like it could have real potential, it's a nice sentiment that they've made a tribute to Simone in a way that doesn't seem tacky or contrived either.

Posted by: Sean. Nov 6 2014, 12:10 AM

Posted by: #Slayberry Nov 6 2014, 05:50 AM

I just wanted new music from them. That was all I asked for

Posted by: Joe. Nov 6 2014, 09:12 AM

I hope they manage another big hit. They could be the biggest girlband since Girls aloud.

Posted by: Sean. Nov 7 2014, 12:26 PM

http://www.fox.com.au/scoopla/music/blog/2014/11/listen-grls-new-song-to-their-lost-friend-is-called-lighthouse/

It sounds quite good!

Posted by: Joe. Nov 7 2014, 01:48 PM

That really does sound quite promising!

Posted by: ░░░░ Nov 10 2014, 08:09 AM

it sounds absolutely stunning, real poignancy to lyrics and tone and the context of its writing will only serve to make it a bigger and more powerful song.

Posted by: ░░░░ Nov 10 2014, 10:05 AM

i am actually bowled over by that clip, such an intense emotion unlike anything i've felt listening to a pop song before

if the rest of the song lives up to the promise of the clip then it could be absolutely huge for them

Posted by: Sean. Nov 10 2014, 10:18 AM

Completely agree; I wonder if they're recording a completely different solo album now or keeping tracks from when they recorded with Simone.

Posted by: jark Nov 10 2014, 10:38 AM

Not sure what to make of the clip yet. It sounds a touch SHOUTY

Posted by: Sean. Nov 10 2014, 10:45 AM

Which bits?

Obviously it's impossible but didn't anyone else get Simone vibes when Emmalyn was singing the "just holler I'll be there" parts?

Posted by: ░░░░ Nov 10 2014, 10:51 AM

some things never change

the fact the clip was played it off an ipad on a tv show would explain the poor sound quality


what as in they are singing about her or it sounds like something she would sing?

Posted by: Sean. Nov 10 2014, 11:11 AM

Sounds a bit like her which is obviously impossible/ and it's Emmalyn

Posted by: ░░░░ Nov 10 2014, 11:16 AM

that's the power and feeling that's been created in simone's passing, it's a lovely thing

Posted by: Dane Nov 10 2014, 05:23 PM

Sounds absolutely gorgeous from that clip! Really hope the rest of the song is as good as that clip sounds. Do we have any info on when this will be released?

Posted by: Sean. Nov 10 2014, 06:13 PM

It is, so glad they are releasing a track in her memory. I just hope they don't usher in a fifth member. It's still so early in their career but you can tell the girls were all so close and good friends, it wouldn't feel right.



It depends whether they're recording a whole new album or not

Posted by: Davidson Nov 10 2014, 06:28 PM

Sounds wonderful and the lyrics are so touching given how alone Simone must have felt. Can't wait to hear it in full.

Posted by: Jack Nov 10 2014, 08:38 PM

I really think this could potentially be the single to make them into superstars, especially seeing as Ugly Heart is still doing so well and created a lot of hype for them. I would be saying this if Simone had passed or not as well I think.

Posted by: -Jay- Nov 10 2014, 10:58 PM

I really can't wait to hear the full song! Very poignant lyrics. So far it sounds like the perfect song to release following such a tragic event.

Posted by: Noahspike Nov 10 2014, 11:16 PM

God, it must be so hard for them/the label to decide where to go from here. I'm sure they are still grieving and want to show sensitivity to all parties - Simone's memory, her family, the fans, each other - but they must also be acutely aware of the momentum they have at the moment and the fact there's a huge amount of goodwill out there towards them, not to mention the likelihood that Simone herself would have wanted them to be as big as possible. That snippet sounds promising though and it seems they've managed to clearly acknowledge her passing with their next release without defining themselves by it.

Posted by: LoveKiller Dec 11 2014, 01:32 AM

Didn't they say this was premiering on the 11th?

Posted by: Sean. Dec 11 2014, 02:01 PM

Where did that date come from?!

Posted by: Hurricane Dec 15 2014, 03:14 AM

I seriously can't wait to hear this now. :/

Posted by: LoveKiller Dec 16 2014, 02:35 AM

Oh why are we awaiting so long, I'm suffocating

I had read the 11th on another forum but that was obviously untrue. This needs to leak already

Posted by: DionTheSats123 Dec 16 2014, 12:28 PM

I can't remember where but I read 22nd somewhere

Posted by: Sean. Jan 1 2015, 04:43 PM

It did cross my mind a few nights ago but where was it confirmed this was going to be a single?

Posted by: Ryan. Jan 12 2015, 04:57 PM

Lauren Bennett has just tweeted:

Posted by: Cameron Jan 12 2015, 05:09 PM

I am so ready for this! New Kelly Clarkson music today, hopefully G.R.L during the week! It's going to be a busy personal chart week

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 13 2015, 01:54 PM

released 8th March

Posted by: Robot Jan 13 2015, 01:56 PM

YES, I NEEEEED THIS NOW

That cover is stunning aswell

Posted by: JosephStyles Jan 13 2015, 01:56 PM

Beautiful artwork Hopefully not long til we hear it!

Posted by: Joe. Jan 13 2015, 02:08 PM

Not loving that artwork. Excited to hear the song though.

Posted by: Simon. Jan 13 2015, 02:17 PM

Love the artwork totally stoked for this.

Posted by: Kuki Sanban Jan 13 2015, 04:21 PM

LOVE THAT COVER

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 Jan 13 2015, 04:31 PM

Beautiful cover

Posted by: Sean. Jan 13 2015, 08:36 PM

In love with the artwork - bit hard to tell who is who though but I think it goes Emmalyn, Natasha, Paula and then Lauren I think? I'm quite intrigued to whether the video will follow the dark and lamp theme!

Posted by: Cameron Jan 13 2015, 08:44 PM

I think the video will be very Simone centered

Posted by: Sean. Jan 13 2015, 08:46 PM

I was thinking that, with snippets from interviews, the three music videos, pics, etc.

Posted by: Dillan Jan 14 2015, 03:37 PM

That artwork is stunning! So excited to hear this now!!

Also, according to this tweet:

https://twitter.com/ThePOPtweets/status/555083695309467648

we should be hearing this next week!

Posted by: CDC Jan 14 2015, 03:42 PM

OMG cannot wait! the artwork is stunning <3

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 14 2015, 03:47 PM

pop song of the year materiallllllll

Posted by: Blank Slayberry Jan 14 2015, 03:50 PM

These girls are gonna kill it. I just know it.

Posted by: Jack Jan 14 2015, 06:27 PM

That artwork is stunning

So hyped up for this, come on girls!

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 14 2015, 06:35 PM

I'm pretty much gasping for this!

Posted by: Ryan. Jan 14 2015, 11:01 PM

ATRL have found a link to a charts site suggesting this could be released on Australian iTunes on Friday, hope it's true!

Posted by: Ryan. Jan 15 2015, 04:08 AM

There is an exclusive interview in The Sun today with the girls, and you can read it on http://trendio.us/2015/01/14/girls-g-r-l-break-silence-passing-simone-battle/. It made me emotional reading it.

The article also confirms we'll be getting the music video for Lighthouse today which will be in memory of Simone. I so want these girls to do well, all five of them deserve it so much.

Posted by: Ryan. Jan 15 2015, 04:19 AM

Lighthouse is available on US iTunes now! Hopefully a streaming link will be available soon.

Posted by: Ryan. Jan 15 2015, 04:56 AM

Listen to the song here! http://trendio.us/2015/01/14/single-g-r-l-lighthouse/

Perfect!

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 15 2015, 06:04 AM

f***ing amazing

Posted by: Jay ジ Jan 15 2015, 06:43 AM

Aww, it's a very touching song. Love it - I hope this is massive for them!

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 15 2015, 08:10 AM

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 15 2015, 08:25 AM

Perfect.

The video is too emotional for me to handle at this time in the morning!

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 15 2015, 08:31 AM

i can't even get all the way through it, totally and utterly beautiful.

Posted by: Sean. Jan 15 2015, 08:33 AM

I have a tear in my eye, that video is so beautiful and the girls have done so well with the whole song/video/image!

Posted by: Jay ジ Jan 15 2015, 08:34 AM

Incredibly poignant video, perfectly done.

Posted by: troylovesmusic Jan 15 2015, 08:38 AM

Beautiful song and video

Posted by: Sean. Jan 15 2015, 08:54 AM

Is Paula actually featured on this?

Posted by: JosephStyles Jan 15 2015, 09:04 AM

That's beautiful Love the video and the song is great, a wonderful tribute to Simone.

Posted by: Jamesus Jan 15 2015, 09:29 AM

Love this so much

Posted by: Joe. Jan 15 2015, 09:55 AM

Oh this is too much.

Posted by: Cameron Jan 15 2015, 11:07 AM

Just stunning

Posted by: SLlewellyn Jan 15 2015, 11:20 AM

Not a fan of girl groups in general, but "Ugly Heart" and now "Lighthouse" are both just great pop tracks. Fingers crossed this can do really well for them and they can do Simone proud!

Posted by: Rob S Jan 15 2015, 11:20 AM

Absolutely beautiful, really strikes a chord just feeling how much the girls have been through the last few months. Going by the lyrics etc.

Posted by: HausofKubrick Jan 15 2015, 11:31 AM

So overwhelming, the video and song.

I don't even think it matters how well the song does, just getting it out there is enough. A very important song for them and it shows in the lyrics/vocals :'( shivers.

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 15 2015, 11:50 AM

I'm seriously addicted to them right now, I think they'll be the biggest Girlband worldwide now.

I'm also in love with one of the girls in the band, she is columbian I think! She's seriously beautiful.

Posted by: Dane Jan 15 2015, 11:54 AM

Absolutely stunning video & song. Had tears in my eyes watching it, really hope this can do well.

Posted by: Cameron Jan 15 2015, 11:59 AM

I agree, Emmalyn is on a whole other level to the other girls in terms of looks

Posted by: Colin Jan 15 2015, 12:03 PM

I watched this and started crying towards the end, I have to admit. The short-haired girl seemed to be overcome with emotion at the very end as well, and that's what struck a chord with me, as they all seemed to be emotional when they were huddled together.

Great song and video.

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 15 2015, 12:25 PM

She needs to be my princess.

Posted by: Simon. Jan 15 2015, 12:39 PM

Hoping this!

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 15 2015, 01:29 PM

The song is incredible! I can see it being massive for them.

I haven't had the opportunity to watch the video yet, but it's the first thing on my to do list as soon as I get home

Posted by: Sean. Jan 15 2015, 01:33 PM

Paula?

They're trending on Facebook so seems to be a lot of positive responses to this so far!

Posted by: Jonjo Jan 15 2015, 01:42 PM

What a beautiful song and a stunning video to boot. Especially the last few seconds where they huddled together.

So very well made and not in a corny/cliched way (which shouldn't matter when it's in tribute to someone, but it's just so much nicer done this way). Very impressed.

Posted by: Robot Jan 15 2015, 02:14 PM

Wow. All of it. And, yes, a single tear did fall at the end of that video.

Posted by: Cameron Jan 15 2015, 02:30 PM

Paula also going for a Frankie look

It really suits her too!

Posted by: Liаm Jan 15 2015, 02:47 PM

Omg this is too much :sob:

The story behind it, the video, the lyrics... Like Ugly Heart, this is such a simple song but is so effective instantly. I'm so impressed, they easily have the most potential to huge of any girlband in years!

Posted by: CDC Jan 15 2015, 04:35 PM

I'm so happy that I stumbled upon Vacation accidentally one year ago today and became infauated with them. I'm so proud at how strong they've remained these past few months.

Simone was beautiful and will always be remembered. Lighthouse is a perfect tribute. Beautiful song, beautiful video; well done girls.


(and paula looks even more attractive with her new haircut wow)

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 Jan 15 2015, 05:31 PM

This is absolutely stunning and beautiful. What a beautiful tribute to Simone

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 15 2015, 05:45 PM

The ending of that video is actually heart wrenching. It's no easy task to create a sincere tribute immediately after an event like that but it's both tasteful and touching.

Posted by: Hurricane Jan 15 2015, 08:34 PM

They have really made everything right with this release, haven't they?

The artwork isn't too dark/sad, but at the same it's not too fun or bright like they usually are with them.
The song doesn't sound like a 100% direct go at Simone, so it doesn't feel like they are using her death to cash in, but then the lyrics can easily be associated with the recent events.
And the video is incredibly heart wrenching, but in a very good way, and it feels like such a pretty and respectful tribute to Simone and who she was.

She LOOKED so happy. Seriously, I would have never figured it out. Depression is such a scary disease and it's way too overlooked.

Emmalyn's voice is giving me life. Her pre-chorus makes me wanna burst out singing.

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 Jan 15 2015, 08:37 PM

This is so beautiful. I have had this on repeat now for about 3 hours with probably a 20 minute break
I really hope this goes up for pre-order soon

Posted by: Liаm Jan 15 2015, 08:44 PM

This is exactly why it works for me, it's a really personal song but it's also one that most people could still relate to easily

And yes indeed It shocks and scares so much more than depression already does when someone who looks and seems as happy as Simone can be in such a state of despair, but that's the nature of it sadly

Posted by: CDC Jan 15 2015, 09:30 PM

I'm just so happy for Frankie's sake that she was able to seek help before anything got worse. Simone was incredible.

Posted by: Rob S Jan 15 2015, 09:58 PM

Would be nice for the girls to get a top 10 hit with this that they never truly got with UH thanks to streaming.

Posted by: Blank Slayberry Jan 15 2015, 11:05 PM

Such a beautiful tribute to Simone. Just the description hit me: "In Memory Of Simone Battle".

Really hope it can actually smash worldwide.

Posted by: Noahspike Jan 15 2015, 11:21 PM

Not sure I can add anything that hasn't already been said! Everything about this is a triumph - the song, message, video, tribute, the whole 'feel' of it. They got it all completely spot on and it's the perfect nod to Simone while allowing them move on as a four-piece. The song itself is a stunner and I'd love to see it do really well for them.

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 15 2015, 11:37 PM

Underwhelming start worldwide tbh.

Posted by: Steve D Jan 16 2015, 12:20 AM

Perfect is all I can say. This song is going to carry me through the next couple of months. I've watched the video twice and it brought me to tears at the end.

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 16 2015, 12:22 AM

this song is so incredibly special. i don't think i have ever been so moved by a song and video as with this and for anyone that suffers with depression and has been in a dark place it resonates even more.

so pure of spirit, so beautiful.

Posted by: Juliano Jan 16 2015, 03:40 AM

Incredible, beautiful and such a nice tribute, I wish this song global success!

Posted by: (Zach) Jan 16 2015, 04:07 AM

Glad the full song ended up being as good as the snippet made it seem. I downloaded it from US iTunes first thing this morning. Definitely a hit in the making!

Posted by: Davidson Jan 16 2015, 11:26 AM

I really think this could be the best pop song of the last few years.

Everything about it is so perfect. So full of emotion and sincerity whilst being so melodic and just being so anthemic. As for that video, just incredible.

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 16 2015, 03:47 PM

This is a certain #1 I'd say, and fully deserved it would/will be too.

Been listening to it on repeat today.

Posted by: Dillan Jan 16 2015, 03:52 PM

I'm surprised at how badly this is doing on US iTunes.

I do think it's pretty much certain to go top 10 here, though.

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 16 2015, 03:54 PM

They're not exactly big in the US though are they? In fact I'd say they're barely known.

I expect it'll be a BIG smash in the UK, but probably take time to build up in the US (if it does).

Posted by: Dillan Jan 16 2015, 04:12 PM

They're not, but they were on pretty much every news site when Simone died so I thought more people would know about them now and know about the song considering it's a memory to her.

Posted by: Electro Paradise Jan 16 2015, 06:25 PM

It's doing well in Australia so far which is great, I think it will do well here too. I hope the US wakes up to them, they're brilliant.

Posted by: Liаm Jan 16 2015, 06:51 PM

Australia was the first country to take to Ugly Heart so hopefully that's a sign.

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 Jan 16 2015, 07:12 PM

This has to be one of the best songs of the last few years easily, I cannot stop listening to it. I have probably heard it at least 60 times by now
Best song released since shake it off at the moment for me. This is just so so stunning

Posted by: Tombo Jan 16 2015, 07:24 PM

This is a nice tribute, I like the video, it is sad though :'(

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 16 2015, 07:44 PM

I still expected it to be at least go top 400 in America.

I'm already finding it difficult imaging them perform this live.

Posted by: JimmyT Jan 16 2015, 08:17 PM

Very touching video and nice song. I wish it well but don't think it will be a BIG hit, not sure radio will pick it up in a big way.
Good luck tough.

Posted by: dhwe Jan 16 2015, 11:16 PM

This made me really sad. Their whole situation has been truly heartbreaking.

Unfortunately I don't think this'll do much in the US. "Ugly Heart" merely "bubbled under" here, and I think this is too attached to its context to be their truly introductory US single. Not to mention the added hurdle of girl groups not being very fashionable here since their late-'90s/early-'00s heyday (or arguably the Pussycat Dolls).

That said, I hope it happens for them at some point, though as someone said earlier, success is secondary to them healing as a group.

Posted by: CDC Jan 17 2015, 11:56 AM

Brilliantly said.

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 17 2015, 06:53 PM

Posted by: Steve D Jan 24 2015, 01:29 AM

Disappointed this hasn't taken off quicker worldwide

Posted by: Oricon Jan 25 2015, 11:49 PM

The song for me was a grower (despite the brilliant message attached to the song!), so perhaps it could be the same for the public out there who isn't fully behind the song just yet? It's not as instant as "Ugly Heart" imo but then again, that hasn't aged well and I can see "Lighthouse" doing the opposite!

Posted by: JosephJamil Jan 25 2015, 11:51 PM

Ugly Heart has aged incredibly well for me Not even slightly bored of it yet in 6 months of knowing it! Lighthouse is still sounding beautiful to me too

Posted by: Oricon Jan 25 2015, 11:52 PM

I loved it as soon as I first heard it on the Australian iTunes! Shame the overplaying has killed the song for me.

Posted by: JosephJamil Jan 25 2015, 11:53 PM

I've only actually heard it through my own playing (and the chart show) Helps that I don't listen to the radio or watch the music channels I guess!

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 26 2015, 01:17 AM

do we need to make references to death, i mean REALLY

Posted by: Oricon Jan 26 2015, 01:19 AM

My comment wasn't intentional. Perhaps I should rephrase it but what I meant was quite clear that the song now bores me due to the overplaying of it.

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 26 2015, 01:35 AM

They're doing incredibly well in Ireland. 'Ugly Heart' is still #13 on iTunes and 'Lighthouse' is #18

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 26 2015, 01:40 AM

i was making an off the cuff remark. i'm sure simone wouldn't have taken offence at either, though she might have at you overplaying her tribute in a week!

Posted by: Robot Jan 26 2015, 03:53 AM

I wouldn't worry about this personally. We're internet fans stanning over a release we anticipated, 98% of the UK probably still don't even know 'Lighthouse' exists yet and there's probably a huge proportion who don't know or care who G.R.L are even if they know of Ugly Heart. They're not yet in a position where they can do well on name alone, even with the Simone thing behind thing, sure, it's tragic but they weren't big enough for it to actually made a HUGE impact on the majority of the public.

Give it time, it's a bit naive to expect a song from a still pretty low key girlband to 'take off' when nothing of theirs has really taken off anywhere apart from Australia before... but I believe it will. I have FAITH.

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 26 2015, 04:04 AM

it's such a unique kind of song. as internet fans it is incredibly hard to detach from emotion of simone's passing and it makes the song more powerful. how good of a song is it without the knowledge of what it is about. will people like it when talking to jenny from human resources of a wednesday. will radio 1 dare playlist them.

many many unknows

Posted by: Conderella Jan 26 2015, 07:54 AM

I love how they didn't really show tears or anything like that in the video (apart from the last scene where we don't really see tears anyway). The song is sad itself but the video makes it more powerful and focuses on positives rather than wallows in sorrow. Really great tribute.

Posted by: Joe. Jan 26 2015, 12:04 PM

I love the video. I Love the concept. But I just LIKE the song. I can't see it being something that would stand out on the radio the way 'Ugly Heart' did.

I didn't realise it was out so soon here. 2 weeks and it's only #1267 on iTunes. It would have been picked up on radio by now. So sadly, it doesn't look like this is going to much, if anything.

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 26 2015, 12:59 PM

This is released on March 1st, right? If so that's longer than 2 weeks.

Posted by: Joe. Jan 26 2015, 01:53 PM

Ah, I saw Feb. In which case, the pre-order is doing very well at this stage.

I still don't think it's a hugely noticeable song on its own.

Posted by: mr_aly Jan 26 2015, 07:07 PM

Actually, just saw on the latest release schedule it's now 9th March. It's been pushed back a week.

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 Jan 26 2015, 07:15 PM

I am sure it has always been 8th March, that was the release date when I pre-ordered it on the first day it went on iTunes

Posted by: ░░░░ Jan 26 2015, 07:40 PM

i realised today that a single song has never made me cry on so many different occasions. i've lost count now. from when the crackly clip leaked early last year. the fragility the honesty and being a sufferer of depression myself on occasion it makes me feel tnat little bit better and all the while celebrating what was clearly a beautiful talent. i imagine it will also speak and help many many younger people out there feeling stuck or trapped and then ultimately simone's death has brought some good for the future.

'ugly heart' swept by me last year which is a little annoying but i've been able to enjoy it to its fullest at the same time as 'lighthouse'. both are totally and utterly f***ing incredible. 'ugly heart' unlike any pop song i've heard, huge and perfect for simone's last vocal and then 'lighthouse' well i've explained that enough. both should go down in the pop music canon and quite rightly.



<3

Posted by: JosephJamil Jan 26 2015, 07:47 PM

Fantastic post there Jake, both tracks really are so brilliant in different ways. Ugly Heart is a storming pop track, something the chart seems to be totally lacking these days, and Lighthouse is stunning in every single way. So excited for the future of G.R.L. and an album in the not too distant future hopefully

Posted by: Wall-e Jan 27 2015, 07:07 PM

The middle 8 is by far one of the best pop middle eights.

" I light it up, show you the way"

Posted by: (Zach) Feb 7 2015, 12:18 AM

I figured Radio 1 would actually give them chance after they messed up with Ugly Heart.

Posted by: Davidson Feb 7 2015, 12:36 AM

But they haven't been playlisted yet have they?

Posted by: JosephStyles Feb 7 2015, 12:48 AM

Not yet but there's always a chance next week! Starting to doubt their chances now though sadly.

Posted by: Electro Paradise Feb 7 2015, 11:52 AM

Have they performed this song anywhere yet?

Posted by: Jack Feb 7 2015, 01:19 PM

I really think this might bomb sadly . I cant see it getting much exposure.

Posted by: (Zach) Feb 8 2015, 06:46 PM

So weird. I figured after the success of Ugly Heart and with how well Lighthouse has started out in other countries that people/radio would be jumping on this.

Posted by: jark Feb 9 2015, 12:15 AM

But the song just isn't strong enough. Ugly Heart caught on because it was so melodic and poppy. This just comes and goes.

Posted by: Scherz Feb 9 2015, 12:18 AM

I thought the tribute to Simone and the lyrics to the track had meaning and was lovely but I wasn't hearing this 'big smash' that people were predicting.
I'm not surprised that it's not doing much anywhere, the chorus lets it down. The verses and the bridge build and the chorus sinks it.

Shame because I don't want this to end them. They just need more Ugly Heart goodness.

Posted by: Liаm Feb 9 2015, 12:30 AM

I'm kinda... not over this per se but I'm not fully loving as much as I did at first. Ugly Heart is certainly better. I was caught up in the emotion of it being about Simone, the hype etc. and just the fact they finally released something else after the tragedy (I thought they might just end the band) but there has been so many songs I've loved already this year and whilst I really enjoy this it isn't something I'm stanning or properly loving.


I can't see this being as big as Ugly Heart because that was a relatable, catchy song whereas I agree that in general the public won't connect with this like most of us are because they probably won't be aware of the story behind it.

Posted by: Joey XCX. Feb 9 2015, 09:26 AM

Glad people are finally saying it. I love the video/sentiment, but the song on its own just isn't very memorable. I've tried getting into it and it's just not happening.

Posted by: (Zach) Feb 12 2015, 02:48 AM

I never liked the song for the sentimental element. I don't really stan for them like that. I just think it's a damn good song.

Posted by: Wall-e Feb 14 2015, 06:59 AM

Think this could actually miss the top 40 in the UK now.

It's not really performing that well on pre-orders. I know it still has three weeks before release but with it not being in the top 1,500 I heavily doubt that Capital and Radio 1 will support 'Lighthouse' so late what is such a great shame as it could be difficult for them to rebound and get airplay support.

Posted by: JosephStyles Feb 14 2015, 08:40 AM

Yeah I think it will miss the top 40 now at this rate no radio airplay at all. Gutted, as I still adore the track.

Posted by: ░░░░ Feb 16 2015, 06:59 PM

well, what are their label in the uk doing?

a world exclusive SPLASH in the bizarre gossip section of the bloody sun really isn't enough.

who are they signed to because whoever they are SUX

Posted by: Dillan Feb 16 2015, 07:35 PM

Yep, this is gonna flop.

Posted by: ┌ ╫ ┘ Feb 24 2015, 10:14 AM

i am generally not one for opening up about my feelings on buzzjack. in 9 years of posting i have never felt compelled to do so for a multitude of reasons. i have suffered with severe depression periodically since i was 14. i had no friends through seconary school and was severely bullied. leaving school i lost weight, blossomed and changed my mindset as much as i could but i was forever crippled with self-doubt and insecurity, i have gradually managed to get rid of this but sadly the bouts of depression have gotten worse and last winter i went through my most severe bout to date. i cannot begin to articulate the place i was at during the latter stages of last year. i felt alien, lost and so so deeply lacking any thought in myself and thought the world hated me and i lashed out several times without a grip on the situation.

i remember one particular day being at queens park station following a night out and crashing at my friends. i awoke in such a terrible place and went to get the tube from queen's park to bakers street where i got off to change and i remember being stood on the M/C/HC platform and on the verge of throwing myself off, i came so close but simone battle came into my head and the images prior to her death. i came so close to doing something irreversibly stupid and destroying my life and the life of others around me.

with time this full length song and video were released and they have totally altered my life. they have given me a compassion, a reassurance and taken away any suicidal thoughts to which i was privy to in the past. simone was such a talent, such a force of charisma, beauty and talent and it took her suicide to realise the mistakes i made, as an extenuation of that this song has helped change me in so many ways. the poster you see now i hope is different to the one in the past, 'lighthouse' has helped me shed layers of insecurity, misery and anxiety. this song has changed the person i am today so much for the better and will forever be an inspiration and beautiful piece of music for me. the chart position isn't important when you get something that changes your life to that extent.

simone's spirit lives on and i'm sure she's inadvertently saved so many people. the chart position is totally insignificant as it's the song that is truly remarkable and the context, thank you for saving me from a terrible reality; life is too short, be epic, be fabulous and thank you simone/grl for teaching me how precious life is, without it i probably wouldnt be here today

<3

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Posted by: Conderella Feb 24 2015, 10:30 AM

I'm glad you are in a better place now Jake. As always, if you need to talk/vent Facebook me <3

Posted by: Liаm Feb 24 2015, 10:45 AM

Ditto Jake <3 That was so sad to read, it highlights the power of music like this though!

Posted by: Dillan Feb 26 2015, 03:17 PM

Posted by: (Zach) Feb 27 2015, 12:22 AM

Those performances are disappointing. They don't sound great and the styling is awful.

Posted by: Jonjo Feb 27 2015, 12:43 AM

Just read your post Jake. I have no words. So, SO pleased to hear about you being in a better place right now! I find it interesting reading real life stories like that and then having the ending you seem to have had.

Posted by: Conderella Feb 27 2015, 09:06 AM

Unfortunately regarding mental health and specifically depression there are no guarantees there won't be another dark period in life that will set off another wave even though it seems everything is okay. The battle doesn't stop there and it's important to keep working on the issues and for others around people affected by them to be supportive and just there.

Posted by: toxic_air Feb 27 2015, 04:24 PM

Much love to you Jake. I know exactly how you feel about a song changing your entire thought process. It's almost like the audio and a certain life event collide and it just clicks.

Always here for you if you need a chat. <3

Posted by: Jade Feb 27 2015, 04:58 PM

Jake that was such a moving read. I have most definitely seen a change in your posts over the last couple of months or so, such a content and lovely side to you that I am thrilled I have got to know and am continuously loving to learn about. Count me in the here if you need a chat too, it's always a pleasure. <3

The power of music is astonishing, this song is a real beauty and the video a tearjerker for sure. I really thought this would be a sure-fire smash with all things considered. Hopefully it does manage to go top 40!

Posted by: Jack Mar 2 2015, 09:09 AM

Jake, that was beautiful. I understand the power of a song like this, I've had some songs that helped me in a dark place too.

I agree chart position doesn't matter too much, but this is one of the most baffling flops I have ever witnessed. I know it's typical to say but I am a bit disgusted that Capital and Radio 1 can't find room for it on their play list yet they continually play the holy bland narcissistic trinity of Ezra, Smith and Sheeran on loop.

Posted by: jark Mar 2 2015, 11:46 AM

To be honest all of George Ezra's singles are better than Lighthouse. The sentiment behind it / the video is nice but the song just ain't strong enough for radio. The chorus doesn't pop at all.

Posted by: Joe. Mar 2 2015, 11:50 AM

Yeah, it's not hugely strong as a song on its own, but when I watch it with the video, it does still make me feel quite emotional.

Charting high probably isn't important to them, as it's more of a personal song that they probably just wanted to do from love. But hopefully this under-performing doesn't mean they'll get less support in the future with stronger tracks, because I really want them to keep making music as they have incredible pop potential.

Posted by: shadow2009 Mar 4 2015, 10:37 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmGpqYdJViU

Lauren at 2:30.

Posted by: Mike Sugafan Mar 5 2015, 06:03 PM

It's the song production that did not optimal, the background music on the chorus is just there, not making the chorus a step higher than the verses, so the chorus feels so flat.
I think it would be much better if the background music sounds like Emeli Sandé's Heaven, the drum and bass sound stronger.

Posted by: Robot Mar 5 2015, 06:24 PM

Wow, I'm crying my eyes out watching that video, that's so difficult to watch.

I haven't been in this thread for a while but I have also just seen Jake's post, something else I also found very difficult because even though my depression didn't last as long and wasn't quite as severe, some of what is read there resonates with me. And to see the confidence that you exude when you talk to me and actually the conversation we had only a few hours ago, it's really special to see how you've turned yourself around and got your life into a happy place. The fact this song has helped you do that is really incredible and a testament to the girls.

I know that chart positions in comparison to what they're going through and how the song can make a difference is really quite an unimportant thing but I do still find it gutting that this isn't going to go anywhere.

Posted by: Sean. Mar 8 2015, 12:07 AM

Am I alone in thinking after Lauren/Emmalyn on the bridge, it's different with no pausing?

Posted by: (Zach) Mar 8 2015, 12:20 AM

That is incredibly sad

Posted by: Liаm Mar 8 2015, 12:38 AM

In at #35 currently off the pre-orders, good start!

Posted by: Sean. May 1 2015, 07:40 AM

So this charted at 55 in the end, not bad given no airplay whatsoever!

https://instagram.com/p/2IZbhQOSmM/

Posted by: mr_aly May 1 2015, 10:20 AM

This deserved so much more.

Posted by: Joe. May 1 2015, 10:27 AM

I hope it's not the end after the worldwide Lighthouse flop and they come back with something equal to Ugly Heart. They have so much potential.

Posted by: DJHazey May 1 2015, 12:05 PM

Criminally underrated girl group.

Vacation // Show Me What You Got // Ugly Heart // Lighthouse

Just imagine an album starting with those four tracks. You would feel like you have died and gone to heaven before even getting to track #5.

Posted by: Sean. May 1 2015, 08:48 PM

I thought that earlier on. I still can't believe we'll never hear a five piece debut album </3 #RIPSimone

Posted by: ♡ Heezus Froot ♡ May 1 2015, 08:55 PM

To be honest, it's a very boring song. I'm not surprised it didn't do much. It was sweet of them to release it, but they should have moved on immediately.

Posted by: JosephStyles May 30 2015, 10:34 PM

Emmalyn and Paula have left, so I assume this is it for G.R.L.

Posted by: Joe. May 30 2015, 10:45 PM

Urgh, what a shame - so sad. Ugly Heart is one of my all time favourite pop songs. I feel like they had so much in them.



I blame this, it was such a dry, non-event of a song, it's no wonder radios didn't take to it, completely killed their momentum. GRL's 'Gentleman'.

*cries and mourns*

Posted by: Kuki Sanban May 31 2015, 12:58 AM

Nooooo when is Lauren going to actually get some sustained success!!!

Posted by: LeeWallace May 31 2015, 03:46 AM

Poor Lauren.

She was the only member bothering to talk to the fans as Paula & Emmalyn just posted other things, I wonder if there's more behind the scenes.

I'm rather disappointed and I'm actually rather surprised that they only bothered releasing one song following 'Ugly Heart'. I thought 'Lighthouse' would have united the band and inspired them to release music down the line.

Posted by: Jay ジ May 31 2015, 04:19 AM

Oh no! I was looking forward to seeing how they'd proceed with the group beyond 'Lighthouse'. I guess it's a combination of it not being the same any more after Simone's passing, and things not really happening for them commercially (particularly in the US), has made them decide to call it a day.

Posted by: Hurricane May 31 2015, 06:26 AM

It's beyond awful to say it, but they really lost their spark after Simone's passing.

Don't get me wrong, they were all talented in their own ways and were all great performers, so their performances didn't suck or anything, but they just felt like "another girlgroup" whereas at the start of the 'Ugly Heart' campaign, I was really imagining them taking the world by storm. Shame, shame, shaaaaaame.

They offered us an amazing EP and great performances.

It's tragic, but it was nice.

Posted by: Sean. May 31 2015, 03:08 PM

No offence to Paula but what is she actually going to do? She was by far the weakest vocalist in the group and dance skills can only take you so far. Wouldn't mind a Lauren solo career though *.*

Posted by: Cameron May 31 2015, 03:12 PM

Very sad to hear this

Posted by: Simon. May 31 2015, 03:26 PM

They started with so much potential, much better than that naff Fifth Harmony bunch. Lighthouse just wasn't great though shame for them.

Posted by: Jack May 31 2015, 03:26 PM

Very sad to hear this, their EP showed massive potential

I do understand though, I don't think they intended to go on past Lighthouse regardless of it's success.

Posted by: (Zach) May 31 2015, 03:28 PM

This is very unfortunate. I really liked them and despite not charting in the US, Ugly Heart really became a massive hit in several countries with some serious longevity. I thought Lighthouse was an amazing song but it clearly didn't connect so they should've tried at least one more uptempo before giving up. But like Lee said, I'm sure there was a lot going on behind the scenes and they just couldn't keep it together which is understandable.

How many failed groups has Robin Antin had? Time to just get PCD back together because we know Nicole's solo career (if you can call it that) is over.

Posted by: Liаm May 31 2015, 03:30 PM

Simone held them together really I definitely agree So it's not a surprise, but it's still gutting. Their material so far, especially Ugly Heart, was SO promising even if I didn't fully get the fuss with Lighthouse outside of the message/connotations. They really could have been the next big girlband, on more than a Little Mix level, so it's a shame, it really is

Posted by: Sean. May 31 2015, 05:53 PM

I was thinking the other day that she was better off with PCD

Lauren was in Paradiso Girls so am interested to see if she'll strike lucky with a third group!

Posted by: Kuki Sanban May 31 2015, 06:08 PM

To be honest Robin seems to see real potential in Lauren, and they seem to have a good bond too. She was originally going to become the "new Nicole" of the new PCD, until they made GRL which was essentially formed by the pair of them, so I'm clinging on to hope that Lauren actually finds some success!!

Posted by: Jack May 31 2015, 06:12 PM

Lauren is pretty talentless, her and Paula were the weak links of G.R.L. in my eyes. She would probably have the best shot at a solo career though.

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 May 31 2015, 06:14 PM

So sad to hear they have split but not completely unexpected
Shame as I loved them so much

Posted by: (Zach) May 31 2015, 07:58 PM

I don't think she's talentless. Her voice actually comes across quite strong and unique in the studio. She just doesn't sound good live while doing the routines which is understandable. Natasha sounds better live but sounds incredibly whiny/nasally at all times so I don't think that's really any better. We all know Paula is the worst vocally.

I do believe a PCD reunion can and will happen as the girls have hinted at it quite a lot. Nicole would have to share the vocals this time around though and I'm not sure she would ever be willing to do that.

On a side note, the Paradiso Girls never stood a chance with Aria as their lead singer. Talk about annoying. Lauren and Chelsea were the only worthy members.

Posted by: Cameron May 31 2015, 10:35 PM

Remember Lauren 'sang' on Party Rock Anthem, so I presume she still has some money from it's success if she bombs again?

Posted by: Sean. Jun 3 2015, 04:16 AM

https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/pop-shop/6583231/grl-breaks-up-official-simone-battle



Natasha's tweet though shows why shes my favourite

Posted by: mr_aly Jun 3 2015, 01:32 PM

I saw this coming, or something roughly similar. I never saw them releasing anything again at any rate.

Such a shame.

Posted by: Joe. Jun 3 2015, 01:54 PM

Hopefully Ugly Heart remains a pop classic in the future. I certainly won't be forgetting it.

Posted by: Mackenzie Jun 4 2015, 02:00 AM

So sad, I wish all the girls luck. Show Me What You Got, Ugly Heart and Lighthouse all feel like girlgroup classics. As much as I love Fifth Harmony, it feels like it's just going to be an overload of teeny-girl groups with a demographic of 8-14 year olds from now on seen as though Little Mix and Fifth Harmony are the only current girlbands around. GRL could ALL sing...incredibly well, all dance (especially Simone), had unstoppable stage presence, have/had amazing chemistry from what it seemed, authentic personalities despite the Dr Luke input and were all beautiful visually on top. They were and are the guidelines for a world-dominating girl band and it's so sad they didn't reach their full potential. First the Saturdays hiatus and now GRL. Not a girl group in sight I can stan for whole-heartedly without feeling like they're going to disperse sooner then preferred than again I don't blame them, it was always going to be hard to re-group once Simone sadly passed. I hope they all succeed and thrive in whatever field they chose to pursue next.

Posted by: Sean. Jun 4 2015, 07:49 AM

It was always going to be Emmalyn though, "I'm leaving you far behind"

Posted by: ___∆___ Jun 4 2015, 08:48 AM

Ah absolutely gutted that they have split - Like others have said when 'Ugly Heart' came out it really felt like something different and that they would be huge, Disappointed that it is over before it even begun

Posted by: Sean. Jun 5 2015, 07:34 AM

I'm interested to see if there are any deeper reasons behind this. Interestingly as well, Emmalyn just retweeted this:



Might be reading too much into it but?

Posted by: tommie Jun 11 2015, 07:51 AM

Hm... let's see, PCD, Girlicious, Paradiso Girls and now G.R.L. All an absolute mess with several members being replaced, leaving and whatever.

I guess you could count Girls United as being related as that's where the remaining member of Girlicious went after that project ended.

Maybe it's time for Robin Antin to realise that PCD was a fluke

Posted by: Ultraviolence1989 Jun 16 2016, 07:43 PM

They are reforming!

Posted by: Cameron Jun 16 2016, 07:48 PM

*.*

Posted by: FezVez Jun 16 2016, 09:12 PM

OMG WHAT?!

Posted by: ___∆___ Jun 16 2016, 09:16 PM

Wow! Bizzare move though - Understand how difficult it must have been for them to continue after what happened but to randomly reform after they have lost all their momentum is prop ably not the best move? Really really hope they can salvage a career though as 'Ugly Heart' was like a breathe of fresh air in the girl band arena!

Posted by: ___∆___ Jun 16 2016, 09:19 PM

http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/theyre-back-grl-set-reform-8198095

Posted by: Juliano Jun 18 2016, 02:01 AM

Yaaaasss bring me a smash! I love their EP!

Posted by: shadow2009 Jun 21 2016, 10:56 PM

Only Lauren and Natasha are back.

Emmalyn favourited a Tweet by Perez Hilton saying 'i loved them but nobody was really asking for a comeback were they?'.

Wow.

Posted by: SeanGrey Jun 22 2016, 06:20 AM

They need to rename, it won't be GRL without the other two and Simone. Poor Lauren, I'm sure this is her like fourth attempt at girl band success!

Posted by: Cody Collins Jun 22 2016, 04:38 PM

Lauren & Natasha doing a Dumblonde *.*