What makes Close to Home by Beverley Craven notable?

The album was notable for its chart performance, reaching the UK Albums Chart and revitalizing interest in Craven's music after nearly two decades. Critics appreciated the sincerity of her lyrics and the production quality, helping to solidify her status in the pop rock genre. Close to Home marked Beverley Craven's return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus following her 1990 debut album. By 2009, she had established herself as a respected singer-songwriter, and this release sought to reconnect with her audience while showcasing her evolution as an artist.

How many songs are on Close to Home?

Close to Home has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Close to Home

Beverley Craven · 2009

38 min · 10 tracks · pop rock

A blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics, showcasing a mature pop rock sound rooted in personal storytelling.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rainbows — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its vibrant imagery and uplifting melody, encapsulating the themes of hope and renewal.
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All Yours — A standout love song that combines catchy hooks with emotional depth, demonstrating Craven's ability to blend pop sensibilities with sincere storytelling.
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Is It Only Me? — This track delves into feelings of vulnerability and self-reflection, showcasing Craven's lyrical prowess and connecting deeply with listeners experiencing similar emotions.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends personal storytelling with polished production, creating a solid but familiar pop rock sound.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that build on personal narratives, while the second half introduces more upbeat songs.
Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Rainbows 3:15
2 All Yours 4:32
3 Without Me 4:59
4 Mr. Know-It-All 3:02
5 Never Be the Same 3:30
6 Your Girl, My Man 3:51
7 Is It Only Me? 3:45
8 Everlasting Love 4:07
9 Fun, Fun, Fun 3:33
10 Make You Mine 3:33

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Change of Heart

2014

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