Small Talk (Soda Blonde album)

Small Talk is the debut studio album by Irish indie pop band Soda Blonde. It was released on July 9, 2021, through Velveteen Records. The album was recorded at various locations including their own rehearsal space and homes due to pandemic restrictions.

The album explores themes of identity, societal pressures, and the complexities of relationships, often through introspective lyrics and layered instrumentation. Prior to the album's release, Soda Blonde released a series of singles including "Tiny Darkness," "Swimming Through Silence," and "Holy Roses," all of which are included on Small Talk.

The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised its songwriting, production quality, and the band's distinctive sound. Small Talk helped to solidify Soda Blonde's position as a prominent act in the Irish music scene.