Gabrielle Papillon showcases versatility through pop on her seventh record. Glimmering with clean production choices, but never eclipsing her celebrated songwriting ability, Papillon imbues each of the seven tracks on Shout with a different flavour.
 
"Here's to smashing the boxes we don't belong in," reads the description for the "Shout It Out" video — a celebration of gender diversity set to an anthemic, inspiring pop track. The sentiment stands throughout Shout.
 
The Halifax, Canada-based artist pushes her sound further on this album, letting her vocals soar and ideas of strength, being yourself, and finding love in community guide the songs and tie them together in their differences. Put away expectations: this is a new direction for Papillon.

- exclaim.ca