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Santo Spirito Blues

Chris Rea · 2011

60 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · blues rock · soft rock

A smooth blend of bluesy grooves and reflective melodies, capturing Rea's signature storytelling style.

Why this album works

Best for
smooth, reflective listening sessions long, immersive storytelling journeys contemplative late-night vibes
Context
By 2011, Chris Rea was in the latter stage of his career, having released over a dozen albums since his breakthrough in the 1980s. 'Santo Spirito Blues' marked his return to music after a health scare that sidelined him for several years, making this album a significant moment of resilience and creative resurgence.
If you like
pop rock, blues rock, soft rock

Santo Spirito Blues is an album by Chris Rea, released in 2011. A smooth blend of bluesy grooves and reflective melodies, capturing Rea's signature storytelling style. 'Santo Spirito Blues' received positive critical reception, reflecting Rea's enduring appeal as a blues artist. It showcased his ability to craft emotive songs with rich narratives, contributing to the ongoing appreciation of blues rock in contemporary music scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Santo Spirito Blues sound like?

A smooth blend of bluesy grooves and reflective melodies, capturing Rea's signature storytelling style. Rooted in pop rock and blues rock.

What makes Santo Spirito Blues by Chris Rea notable?

'Santo Spirito Blues' received positive critical reception, reflecting Rea's enduring appeal as a blues artist. It showcased his ability to craft emotive songs with rich narratives, contributing to the ongoing appreciation of blues rock in contemporary music scenes. By 2011, Chris Rea was in the latter stage of his career, having released over a dozen albums since his breakthrough in the 1980s. 'Santo Spirito Blues' marked his return to music after a health scare that sidelined him for several years, making this album a significant moment of resilience and creative resurgence.

Who is Santo Spirito Blues for?

Santo Spirito Blues works well if you're into smooth, reflective listening sessions, long, immersive storytelling journeys and contemplative late-night vibes.

How many songs are on Santo Spirito Blues?

Santo Spirito Blues has 13 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·60:20

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

  • 1 Dancing My Blues Away Standout 4:13
  • 2 Rock and Roll Tonight 3:41
  • 3 Never Tie Me Down 4:34
  • 4 The Chance of Love 4:15
  • 5 The Last Open Road Standout 4:20
  • 6 Electric Guitar Standout 4:21
  • 7 Money 6:47
  • 8 The Way She Moves 5:55
  • 9 Dance With Me All Night Long 6:02
  • 10 Think Like a Woman 4:18
  • 11 You Got Lucky 3:54
  • 12 Lose My Heart in You 4:54
  • 13 I Will Go On 3:00

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

blues rock, pop rock, soft rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

60 min 20 sec