''Room 93'' is the debut extended play (EP) by American singer and songwriter Halsey. It was released on October 27, 2014 by

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. The project was re-released digitally on March 9, 2015, including a new version of its main single "

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"; this new version was later also included on the singer's debut full-length studio album ''

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'' (2015). The sound of the EP is rooted on the

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music genre. A digital remix version of the EP (featuring three remixes for the songs "

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", "Ghost" and "Trouble") was released on March 3, 2015. Along with the remix EP, a "One Mic, One Take" EP was released on the same date. The track "Trouble" was featured on the

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for the episode " Best Laid Plans" from the American TV series ''

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''.

Critical reception

The EP received a generally positive response.

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praised Halsey's ''Room 93'' for its moody, atmospheric

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sound, drawing favorable comparisons to

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and

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. The review highlighted the EP as a clear display of the style that earned her a deal with Astralwerks, noting tracks like "

" and "Hurricane" as standout singles. Particular acclaim was given to the closing track "Trouble," co-written with Chris Braide, for its stripped-back piano arrangement that showcases Halsey's emotive vocal performance.

Track listing

;Notes * signifies a co- producer.

Charts

Release history

References

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