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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • uplifting yet reflective moments
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career 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
James Bay· Sam Fender· Ed Sheeran
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 3:12
  • 2 Royal Highness 3:13
  • 3 Barbed Wire 3:05
  • 4 Run in the Rain 3:57
  • 5 Aboard 3:53
  • 6 Lighting Matches 3:29
  • 7 Lucky Ones 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

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