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Under Stars

Amy Macdonald · 2017

93 min · 27 tracks · folk rock · indie pop · soft rock

A heartfelt blend of folk rock and soft pop, infused with introspective lyrics and melodic warmth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • melodic warmth for introspection
  • acoustic variations enhance depth
  • wave-like pacing for exploration
  • heartfelt moments of reflection
  • communal sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2017, 'Under Stars' is Amy Macdonald's fourth studio album, following her 2012 release 'Life in a Beautiful Light'. At this point in her career, Macdonald was re-establishing herself after a five-year hiatus, exploring deeper themes while maintaining her signature sound. The album marked a return to the charts, showcasing her growth as a songwriter.
Stylistic neighbors
Laura Marling· Birdy· Lissie

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Dream On 3:19
  • 2 Under Stars 3:42
  • 3 Automatic 3:17
  • 4 Down by the Water 3:27
  • 5 Leap of Faith 3:04
  • 6 Never Too Late 4:08
  • 7 The Rise & Fall 3:14
  • 8 Feed My Fire 3:16
  • 9 The Contender 3:36
  • 10 Prepare to Fall 4:30
  • 11 From the Ashes 3:37
  • 12 Under Stars (acoustic) 3:42
  • 13 Dream On (acoustic) 3:19
  • 14 Prepare to Fall (acoustic) 4:06
  • 15 Leap of Faith (acoustic) 3:13
  • 16 Automatic (acoustic) 3:10
  • 17 Down by the Water (acoustic) 3:32
  • 18 The Rise & Fall (acoustic) 3:36
  • 19 I’m on Fire (acoustic) 2:22

Disc 2

  • 1 Under Stars (acoustic) 3:41
  • 2 Dream On (acoustic) 3:20
  • 3 Prepare to Fall (acoustic) 4:04
  • 4 Leap of Faith (acoustic) 3:11
  • 5 Automatic (acoustic) 3:09
  • 6 Down by the Water (acoustic) 3:28
  • 7 Rise & Fall (acoustic) 3:31
  • 8 I’m on Fire (acoustic) 2:36

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