Album No. 8
Katie Melua · 2020
52 min · 15 tracks · blues · jazz · traditional folk music
A reflective blend of jazz-inflected pop melodies with heartfelt storytelling and rich vocal textures.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt storytelling throughout journey rich vocal textures in focus
- Context
- Released on October 16, 2020, 'Album No. 8' marks Katie Melua's eighth studio album and her first since 2016's 'In Winter.' At this point in her career, Melua was exploring personal themes and artistic growth while returning to her roots in folk and jazz influences.
- If you like
- blues, jazz, traditional folk music
Album No. 8 is an album by Katie Melua, released in 2020. A reflective blend of jazz-inflected pop melodies with heartfelt storytelling and rich vocal textures. 'Album No. 8' received positive reviews, showcasing Melua's ability to blend contemporary and traditional sounds. It charted well across Europe, further solidifying her status as a significant figure in the modern music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Album No. 8 sound like?
A reflective blend of jazz-inflected pop melodies with heartfelt storytelling and rich vocal textures. Rooted in blues and jazz.
What makes Album No. 8 by Katie Melua notable?
'Album No. 8' received positive reviews, showcasing Melua's ability to blend contemporary and traditional sounds. It charted well across Europe, further solidifying her status as a significant figure in the modern music landscape. Released on October 16, 2020, 'Album No. 8' marks Katie Melua's eighth studio album and her first since 2016's 'In Winter.' At this point in her career, Melua was exploring personal themes and artistic growth while returning to her roots in folk and jazz influences.
Who is Album No. 8 for?
Album No. 8 works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, heartfelt storytelling throughout journey and rich vocal textures in focus.
How many songs are on Album No. 8?
Album No. 8 has 15 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Love Like That Standout 3:08
- 2 English Manner 4:27
- 3 Leaving the Mountain 3:36
- 4 Joy 3:35
- 5 Voices in the Night Standout 4:55
- 6 Maybe I Dreamt It 3:19
- 7 Heading Home Standout 3:46
- 8 Your Longing Is Gone 3:25
- 9 Airtime 3:26
- 10 Remind Me to Forget 3:37
- 11 A Love Like That (edit) 3:24
- 12 Maybe I Dreamt It (acoustic version) 3:32
- 13 Your Longing Is Gone (acoustic version) 2:59
- 14 A Love Like That (acoustic version) 3:12
- 15 Forever 2:24
Release Date
October 16, 2020
Artist Origin
Soviet Union
Runtime
52 min 50 sec
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