Electra Heart is the second studio album by Welsh singer Marina Diamandis, professionally known as
Marina and the Diamonds. It was released on 27 April 2012 by
679 Artists and
Atlantic Records. Diamandis collaborated with producers including
Liam Howe,
Greg Kurstin,
Dr. Luke,
Diplo, and
StarGate during its recording, and subsequently transitioned from the
new wave musical styles seen throughout her debut studio album
The Family Jewels (2010). Their efforts resulted in a
concept album inspired by
electropop music, a distinct departure from her earlier projects; its lyrical content is united by the topics of love and identity. Diamandis created the titular character "Electra Heart" to represent female stereotypes in popular American culture.