VH1 Storytellers
Alicia Keys · 2013
59 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
Alicia Keys weaves intimate storytelling with her powerful vocals across soulful arrangements and heartfelt piano melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intimate storytelling through song steady pacing for reflective moments powerful vocals with emotional depth
- Context
- By 2013, Alicia Keys was an established artist with multiple Grammy Awards to her name. 'VH1 Storytellers' came after her 2012 album 'Girl on Fire', showcasing her ability to reinterpret her hits while sharing personal narratives behind each song.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul
- If this clicks, go next to
- Here — Continues the intimate storytelling with a modern twist on soulful sounds.
VH1 Storytellers is an album by Alicia Keys, released in 2013. Alicia Keys weaves intimate storytelling with her powerful vocals across soulful arrangements and heartfelt piano melodies. This album stands out as a unique live performance capturing Alicia Keys' artistry, blending storytelling with music. It received positive reviews and contributed to the resurgence of VH1's Storytellers series, highlighting the importance of narrative in live music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VH1 Storytellers sound like?
Alicia Keys weaves intimate storytelling with her powerful vocals across soulful arrangements and heartfelt piano melodies. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. Start with "No One".
Is VH1 Storytellers a good place to start with Alicia Keys?
Yes, VH1 Storytellers is recommended as a starting point for new Alicia Keys listeners. Alicia Keys weaves intimate storytelling with her powerful vocals across soulful arrangements and heartfelt piano melodies. By 2013, Alicia Keys was an established artist with multiple Grammy Awards to her name. 'VH1 Storytellers' came after her 2012 album 'Girl on Fire', showcasing her ability to reinterpret her hits while sharing personal narratives behind each song.
Who is VH1 Storytellers for?
VH1 Storytellers works well if you're into intimate storytelling through song, steady pacing for reflective moments and powerful vocals with emotional depth.
How many songs are on VH1 Storytellers?
VH1 Storytellers has 11 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with No One.
- 1 No One Start here 6:09
- 2 Brand New Me 4:49
- 3 You Don´t Know My Name 7:00
- 4 Empire State of Mind, Part II: Broken Down Standout 4:18
- 5 Not Even the King 4:11
- 6 Fallin´ Standout 4:44
- 7 If I Ain´t Got You Standout 7:17
- 8 Girl on Fire 4:57
- 9 New Day 4:48
- 10 Try Sleeping With a Broken Heart 5:49
- 11 Un-Thinkable (I´m Ready) 5:40
Release Date
June 25, 2013
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
59 min 46 sec
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