Return of Crystal Karma
Glenn Hughes · 2000
96 min · 16 tracks · rock music
A powerful blend of rock and soulful melodies that showcases Hughes' dynamic vocal range and deep emotional resonance.
Top tracks — play these first
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The State I’m In Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its introspective lyrics and powerful delivery, showcasing Hughes' ability to convey vulnerability while maintaining a strong rock presence.
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Switch the Mojo — This song features an infectious groove and highlights Hughes' mastery of blending funk influences with rock elements, making it a standout track on the album.
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No Stranger to Love — A heartfelt ballad that showcases Hughes' emotional depth, this track captures the essence of love's complexities through its poignant lyrics and passionate vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- rich instrumentation for deep listening
- for reflective late nights
- wave-like pacing that rewards patience
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone radio singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Revitalized Hughes' career and showcased his vocal capabilities, gaining wider recognition.
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Return of Crystal Karma is Glenn Hughes' fifth solo album, following the critically acclaimed The Way It Is from 1999. At this point in his career, Hughes was experiencing a creative resurgence after years of personal struggles and musical evolution, marking a significant return to form that solidified his place in the rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Bonamassa· David Coverdale· Steve Lukather
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 The State I’m In Start here 4:58
- 2 Midnight Meditated 4:27
- 3 It’s Alright 4:32
- 4 Switch the Mojo 4:33
- 5 Gone 5:51
- 6 The Other Side of Me 3:50
- 7 Angela 5:57
- 8 Owed to "J" 5:58
- 9 This Life 4:52
- 10 Days of Avalon 5:58
Disc 2
- 1 You Kill Me 4:38
- 2 Neverafter 6:46
- 3 First Step of Love 6:12
- 4 No Stranger to Love 8:06
- 5 Coast to Coast 10:23
- 6 Your Love is Alright 9:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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