What makes Something Like This by Ben Rector notable?

'Something Like This' received critical acclaim for its earnest songwriting and catchy hooks, helping Rector pave the way for a successful career. The album's single 'Let the Good Times Roll' gained significant airplay, contributing to Rector's growing popularity and prominence in the contemporary pop landscape. Released on September 13, 2011, 'Something Like This' marked Ben Rector's third studio album, following his previous release 'Songs That Duke Wrote' in 2010. At this point in his career, he was still establishing himself in the pop rock genre, building on the momentum from his earlier work and expanding his audience.

Who is Something Like This for?

Something Like This works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, youthful nostalgia and longing and bright melodies for road trips.

How many songs are on Something Like This?

Something Like This has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Something Like This

Ben Rector · 2011

38 min · 11 tracks · pop rock

Bright melodies and heartfelt lyrics weave through a tapestry of pop rock that captures youthful nostalgia and longing.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
youthful nostalgia and longing
bright melodies for road trips
heartfelt moments with friends

Maybe skip if you want

requires deep emotional focus
seeks experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 13, 2011, 'Something Like This' marked Ben Rector's third studio album, following his previous release 'Songs That Duke Wrote' in 2010. At this point in his career, he was still establishing himself in the pop rock genre, building on the momentum from his earlier work and expanding his audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Andrew Belle· Gavin DeGraw· Jack Johnson