King of the Beach cover

King of the Beach

Chris Rea · 2000

60 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · blues rock · soft rock

A breezy blend of blues-infused pop rock that evokes sun-soaked days and reflective moments by the sea.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sun-soaked afternoon relaxation
  • steady flow with gentle peaks
  • reflective moments by the sea
  • easy-going background for gatherings
  • nostalgic memories of summer

Maybe skip if you want

  • need for high-energy tracks
  • prefer quick, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'King of the Beach' marked Chris Rea's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following his successful album 'The Road to Hell' in 1989. By this time, Rea had cemented his reputation as a master craftsman of melodic storytelling, showcasing his signature blend of blues and rock influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Mark Knopfler· John Hiatt· Joe Cocker

Tracklist

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

  • 1 King of the Beach 5:02
  • 2 All Summer Long 5:10
  • 3 Sail Away 4:49
  • 4 Still Beautiful 4:11
  • 5 The Bones of Angels 4:17
  • 6 Guitar Street 4:45
  • 7 Who Do You Love 4:54
  • 8 The Memory of a Good Friend 3:56
  • 9 Sandwriting 5:09
  • 10 Tamatave 5:19
  • 11 God Gave Me an Angel 3:01
  • 12 Waiting for a Blue Sky 5:02
  • 13 Mississippi 4:27

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