Refugees of the Heart
Steve Winwood · 1990
47 min · 8 tracks · classical · jazz fusion · progressive rock
A fusion of blue-eyed soul and rock, imbued with introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation.
Why this album works
'Refugees of the Heart' garnered critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching number 5 on the Billboard 200 chart while solidifying Winwood's status as a leading figure in blue-eyed soul. The album's single 'Every Day (Oh Lord)' became a notable track, receiving airplay and further contributing to Winwood's legacy in the 1990s music scene.
- Best for
- steady flow with gradual peaks introspective moments for reflection soulful melodies for quiet evenings
- Context
- By the time 'Refugees of the Heart' was released in 1990, Steve Winwood was already a well-established artist, having achieved significant success with his previous albums like 'Back in the High Life' in 1986. This album marked his return to a more personal sound following a brief hiatus from solo work, exploring themes of love and self-discovery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elton John· The Who· Ringo Starr· Paul McCartney· 10cc· George Harrison· Rod Stewart· Queen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’ll Keep On Searching 6:21
- 2 Every Day (Oh Lord) Standout 5:50
- 3 One and Only Man 5:02
- 4 I Will Be Here Standout 6:02
- 5 Another Deal Goes Down 4:58
- 6 Running On 4:20
- 7 Come Out and Dance Standout 5:35
- 8 In the Light of Day 9:43
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