Lewis Capaldi shares health update and announces extended version of album

nme.com:

Lewis Capaldi has announced details of a new extended version of his latest album, and has updated fans on his health. In a lengthy post on X, the singer revealed that ‘Broken By Desire to be Heavenly Sent’, which first came out in May, would be receiving an extended edition, with five extra tracks.

He also said that his mental health break, which he took immediately following his Glastonbury set in June, has been “great” and that he has been “overwhelmed” by the response he has had from fans. “As most of you will know, I’m currently taking some time off to focus on my health and wellbeing and it’s been going great!” he said. “I’ve been working with some incredible professionals to help me learn about and cope better with my Tourette’s and anxiety issues.

I’m really happy to say I’ve noticed a marked improvement in both since I decided to take some time off back in June.” a wee update, happy new year x pic.twitter.com/w0MzXgtTtX— Lewis Capaldi (@LewisCapaldi) December 31, 2023“I was completely overwhelmed by the reaction to the news that I was taking a break and genuinely want to thank each and every one of you who reached out, left a comment, tweet or DM wishing me well, the support was like nothing I’ve ever experienced and has made me more excited than ever to return to doing what I love at the some point in the not too distant future.” He went on to state that he had been “terrified” to release his second album, but added that it has been “mind blowing” to see the songs resonating with fans.