One source described the song as, "taking inspiration from the previous solo electronic collaborations of the band members" but still "has all of the details that constitutes Friendly Fires’ sound.

"[6] The band announced the album in June 2019, alongside the release of its fourth single "Silhouettes" and a UK and Europe Tour for later on in the year, as well as a couple stops in Australia and North America.

They also talked about the album's possible delivery, saying "Whether it's down to the influence of producers like James Ford, Mark Ralph and the Disclosure boys, or the time that Macfarlane and co. have reportedly spent reconnecting with the musical influences they first bonded over and dancing in clubs together again, Friendly Fires have returned to the fray with an album that feels like a much more focussed version of their trademark sound.

"[17] British music journal NME reviewed the album's songs as "joyful and inoffensive" and also criticised, "The worst part of 'Inflorescent' is that you won't hate it; you'll just forget you've even listened to it.

They elaborated, " The channelling of Brazilian disco, funk and samba influences, plus singer Ed Macfarlane's endearing dad-dancing, made their lithe indie pop refreshing.