Lighting Matches
Tom Grennan · 2018
56 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · pop rock
Bright melodies and soulful vocals intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an uplifting yet reflective listening experience.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'Found What I’ve Been Looking For,' which reached the UK Singles Chart's top 20. The record received positive critical acclaim, highlighting Grennan’s unique blend of pop and soul influences, and solidified his reputation as a promising artist in contemporary British music.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels uplifting yet reflective moments long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2018, 'Lighting Matches' is Tom Grennan's debut studio album following his EP 'Something in the Water' from 2016. At this point, Grennan was establishing himself as a rising star in the UK music scene, having gained attention for his distinctive voice and emotive songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Narrative· Phoebe Bridgers· Manel
- If this clicks, go next to
- Evering Road — Continues the uplifting vibe with a more mature sound and deeper themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Found What I’ve Been Looking For Standout 3:12
- 2 Royal Highness 3:13
- 3 Barbed Wire 3:05
- 4 Run in the Rain Standout 3:57
- 5 Aboard 3:53
- 6 Lighting Matches 3:29
- 7 Lucky Ones Standout 3:33
- 8 Sober 3:43
- 9 I Might 2:53
- 10 Make ’em Like You 3:39
- 11 Something in the Water 3:27
- 12 Little by Little Love 3:41
- 13 Praying 3:05
- 14 Secret Lover 3:58
- 15 Sweet Hallelujah 3:45
- 16 All Goes Wrong (acoustic) 3:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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