LONDON – Beth Orton has released “Otherside”, the closing track from her forthcoming album The Ground Above, marking the final preview of her latest work.
Beth Orton released “Otherside” on June 3, 2026, serving as the final preview and majestic closer to her upcoming album, The Ground Above. This self-produced record is set for release on June 26, 2026, via Partisan Records, following her critically acclaimed 2022 album, Weather Alive.
The album features a diverse roster of musicians, including Shahzad Ismaily on bass, Sam Beste on piano, and Chris Vatalaro on drums. Orton also collaborated with Dave Okumu on electric guitar for “Otherside,” alongside Teeny Lieberson providing background vocals for the track.
A Resilient Declaration of Presence and Renewal
Beth Orton’s “Otherside” began as a meditation on sleeplessness, evolving into an expansive exploration of human resilience. It draws a metaphor from birdsong, signifying survival through the night and a declaration of continued presence. The song articulates individual and collective freedom, alongside the ability to rebuild life after loss, reflecting Orton’s personal inquiry into self-liberation. For more, see whisp.fm’s deep dive into “Otherside” by Beth Orton.
Serving as the majestic closer to her self-produced album, The Ground Above, “Otherside” continues the artistic renewal from 2022’s Weather Alive. The track documents survival, integration, and renewal, reflecting Orton’s process of reconnecting creative pathways. Its persistent questioning of “the other side” embodies curiosity about transition, confronting internal barriers and ultimately affirming the triumph of making it through adversity.
Be the first to share your thoughts on this article.