The Original High cover

Released 11 years ago this June

The Original High

Adam Lambert · 2015

40 min · 11 tracks · electronic · pop rock · synth-pop

A shimmering blend of dance-pop and synth influences, weaving emotional narratives through pulsating beats.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo dance vibes
  • emotional narratives through beats
  • for evening gatherings
  • uplifting energy for social moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek long-form experimental pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 12, 2015, 'The Original High' marked Adam Lambert's third studio album and his first since leaving RCA Records. This album came at a crucial juncture in Lambert's career, following his participation in the Queen + Adam Lambert collaboration, which helped reinvigorate his public image and broaden his musical horizons.
Stylistic neighbors
Sam Smith· Troye Sivan· Lady Gaga

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ghost Town 3:28
  • 2 The Original High 3:26
  • 3 Another Lonely Night 3:45
  • 4 Underground 3:37
  • 5 There I Said It 4:20
  • 6 Rumors 3:45
  • 7 Evil in the Night 3:56
  • 8 Lucy 3:32
  • 9 Things I Didn’t Say 3:58
  • 10 The Light 3:35
  • 11 Heavy Fire 3:19

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