Face the Music
Avant · 2013
46 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B
Smooth melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Avant's signature contemporary R&B style through personal storytelling and vibrant production.
Top tracks — play these first
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You & I — This track encapsulates the album's romantic essence, featuring smooth vocals layered over a modern beat that highlights Avant's ability to convey intimacy.
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More — The song stands out for its lush production and heartfelt lyrics, reflecting themes of desire and connection that resonate throughout the album.
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Best Friend — This track showcases Avant's storytelling prowess, blending personal narrative with catchy melodies that reinforce the importance of loyalty in relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends smooth melodies with personal storytelling, maintaining a cohesive sound throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to slower ballads.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with Avant often singing in a call-and-response style with backing vocals.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- steady melodic progression throughout
- heartfelt lyrics for connection
- smooth grooves for relaxation
- for intimate gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Face the Music' was released in January 2013, Avant was already a well-established figure in contemporary R&B, having released five albums prior. This album marked his return after a four-year hiatus since 'Avant' in 2009, showcasing his growth as an artist while maintaining his romantic themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Toast to Love 3:56
- 2 80 in a 30 3:44
- 3 You & I 3:54
- 4 More 4:06
- 5 Excited 4:04
- 6 Don't Know How 4:18
- 7 Nobody's Business 3:51
- 8 Best Friend 4:04
- 9 Like You 3:02
- 10 When It's Over 4:06
- 11 NO 3:52
- 12 Gratitude 3:37
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