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Release Some Tension

SWV · 1997

53 min · 12 tracks · R&B

Smooth harmonies and contemporary R&B grooves create a lush soundscape balancing emotion and danceability.

Why this album works

Best for
steady grooves for relaxed evenings smooth harmonies for joyful moments danceable tracks for celebrations
Context
By 1997, SWV was transitioning from their debut success with 'It's About Time' to a more polished sound with their third album. 'Release Some Tension' followed the commercial peak of their earlier work, showcasing their growth as artists in an evolving R&B landscape.
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Release Some Tension is an album by SWV, released in 1997. Smooth harmonies and contemporary R&B grooves create a lush soundscape balancing emotion and danceability. 'Release Some Tension' solidified SWV's position in the 90s R&B scene, featuring the hit single 'Can We', which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The album received positive reviews for its production quality and vocal performances, further establishing SWV as key figures in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Release Some Tension sound like?

Smooth harmonies and contemporary R&B grooves create a lush soundscape balancing emotion and danceability. Rooted in R&B.

What makes Release Some Tension by SWV notable?

'Release Some Tension' solidified SWV's position in the 90s R&B scene, featuring the hit single 'Can We', which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The album received positive reviews for its production quality and vocal performances, further establishing SWV as key figures in the genre. By 1997, SWV was transitioning from their debut success with 'It's About Time' to a more polished sound with their third album. 'Release Some Tension' followed the commercial peak of their earlier work, showcasing their growth as artists in an evolving R&B landscape.

Who is Release Some Tension for?

Release Some Tension works well if you're into steady grooves for relaxed evenings, smooth harmonies for joyful moments and danceable tracks for celebrations.

How many songs are on Release Some Tension?

Release Some Tension has 12 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·53:15

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

  • 1 Someone 4:07
  • 2 Release Some Tension Standout 3:59
  • 3 Lose My Cool 4:37
  • 4 Love Like This Standout 3:45
  • 5 Can We Standout 4:50
  • 6 Rain 4:24
  • 7 Give It Up 4:50
  • 8 Come and Get Some 4:13
  • 9 When U Cry 4:33
  • 10 Love Myself 4:40
  • 11 Here for You 4:54
  • 12 Gettin’ Funky 4:18

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Genre

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

53 min 15 sec