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Through the Storm

Aretha Franklin · 1989

35 min · 8 tracks · funk · jazz · pop rock

A blend of soulful melodies and polished production, echoing with themes of resilience and love.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional resonance
  • themes of resilience and love
  • soulful melodies for reflective moments
  • for uplifting gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'Through the Storm' came at a time when Aretha Franklin was experiencing a resurgence in her career after the commercial success of her 1986 album 'Aretha'. This album marked her continued presence in the evolving landscape of R&B and pop, showcasing her ability to adapt to contemporary sounds while remaining rooted in her gospel-infused style.
Stylistic neighbors
Gladys Knight· Etta James· Nina Simone

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gimme Your Love 5:19
  • 2 Mercy 4:08
  • 3 He's the Boy 4:07
  • 4 It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Never Gonna Be 5:39
  • 5 Through the Storm 4:24
  • 6 Think (1989) 3:37
  • 7 Come to Me 3:43
  • 8 If Ever a Love There Was 4:46

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