Face the River
Gavin DeGraw · 2022
41 min · 10 tracks · blue-eyed soul
Soulful melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an emotional journey through personal reflection and resilience.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from critics, highlighting DeGraw's growth as a songwriter and artist. With its heartfelt themes and soulful delivery, it resonated with fans, solidifying his place in the blue-eyed soul genre while contributing to a resurgence of introspective pop music in the early 2020s.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments introspective themes of resilience soulful melodies for emotional connection
- Context
- Released in May 2022, 'Face the River' is Gavin DeGraw's sixth studio album, following his 2016 release 'Something Worth Saving'. At this point in his career, DeGraw was exploring more personal themes and mature soundscapes, reflecting on life's challenges and triumphs.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mandy Moore· Demi Lovato· Miley Cyrus· Halsey· Taylor Swift· Kesha· Lady Gaga· Panic! at the Disco
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Face the River Standout 3:37
- 2 Summertime 4:17
- 3 Ford 3:37
- 4 Freedom (Johnny’s Song) Standout 4:12
- 5 Greatest of All Time 3:39
- 6 Destiny 4:43
- 7 Lighthouse Standout 4:21
- 8 Chasing When 3:19
- 9 Hero in Our House 4:55
- 10 Let Someone In 4:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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