A Place Called Love
Johnny Reid · 2010
45 min · 12 tracks
A soulful blend of country and pop, infused with heartfelt storytelling and lush melodies that resonate deeply.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Gave My Heart a Home — This opening track sets the emotional tone for the album, showcasing Reid's powerful vocal delivery backed by rich instrumentation that invites listeners into his world.
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Today I'm Gonna Try and Change the World — With its optimistic message and catchy chorus, this song stands out as an anthem of hope, blending pop sensibilities with country roots seamlessly.
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A Place Called Love — The title track encapsulates the album's core themes of belonging and connection, featuring poignant lyrics that reflect Reid's storytelling prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends country and pop with heartfelt storytelling, though it follows familiar patterns within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong hooks, while the subsequent tracks shift to more introspective themes and slower rhythms.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The album closes with a title track that features a gradual build-up, culminating in a rich instrumental finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt storytelling throughout
- uplifting moments of connection
- morning coffee companionship
- reflective sing-along opportunities
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'A Place Called Love' was released in August 2010, Johnny Reid had already established himself as a prominent figure in Canadian country music. This album followed his successful record 'Dance with Me' (2009), which solidified his fanbase and showcased his unique blend of genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brad Paisley· Kenny Chesney· James Taylor
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Today I'm Gonna Try and Change the World
The bridge shifts to a reflective tone, contemplating small actions that can lead to meaningful change in one's life.
This structural choice elevates the song from a simple anthem to a profound reminder that individual efforts can have lasting impacts.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Gave My Heart a Home 3:14
- 2 Today I'm Gonna Try and Change the World 3:59
- 3 That Man is Me 3:47
- 4 Hands of a Working Man 4:01
- 5 Good People 3:10
- 6 Doesn't Get Better than You 3:49
- 7 Love Thing 3:14
- 8 Out of the Blue 2:53
- 9 Tell Me Margaret 4:32
- 10 This is Not Goodbye 4:21
- 11 Let's Go Higher 3:02
- 12 A Place Called Love 5:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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