What makes Come in from the Rain by Andi Deris notable?

This album received positive critical reception and helped establish Deris as a solo artist in the rock genre. It also showcased his songwriting capabilities, contributing to his recognition beyond the metal community and influencing subsequent artists who sought to blend rock with introspective storytelling. Released in 1997, Come in from the Rain marks Andi Deris's debut solo album after his tenure with Helloween, showcasing a shift towards a more personal musical identity. This album came after he had established himself in the heavy metal scene, allowing him to explore broader rock influences without the constraints of his previous band's sound.

How many songs are on Come in from the Rain?

Come in from the Rain has 11 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Come in from the Rain

Andi Deris · 1997

44 min · 11 tracks · rock music

Melodic rock intertwines with introspective lyrics, creating an atmospheric soundscape that reflects both personal and universal themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Come In From the Rain — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional core, blending poignant lyrics with a haunting melody that illustrates a longing for solace.
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Good Bye Jenny — This track stands out with its narrative-driven lyrics and dynamic arrangement, illustrating Deris's ability to craft relatable stories through music.
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Think Higher! — With an anthemic quality, this song encourages self-reflection and positivity, representing an uplifting contrast against the more somber themes present throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and guitar solos that enhance the melodic rock sound.
The lyrics often explore introspective themes, with a notable shift in tone occurring around the halfway point of the album.

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

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 House of Pleasure 3:20
2 Come In From the Rain 4:23
3 Think Higher! 4:06
4 Good Bye Jenny 4:13
5 The King of 7 Eyes 4:07
6 Foreign Rainbow 3:20
7 Somewhere, Someday, Someway 4:06
8 They Wait 4:25
9 Now That I Know This Ain’t Love 4:45
10 Could I Leave Forever 3:16
11 1000 Years Away 4:23

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