Wanted on Voyage
George Ezra · 2014
43 min · 12 tracks · blues
Folk-infused pop melodies intertwine with rich baritone vocals, creating an inviting and adventurous soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Budapest — This track became Ezra's breakout hit, showcasing his deep voice and knack for storytelling through vivid imagery. Its catchy chorus helped propel the album into mainstream success.
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Blame It on Me — With its upbeat tune and playful lyrics, this song encapsulates the album's overall charm and serves as an anthem of self-acceptance and carefree living.
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Listen to the Man — This track highlights Ezra's unique vocal style and blends folk influences with pop sensibilities, presenting a narrative that encourages listeners to embrace their individuality.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy melodies with rich vocals, though it follows familiar pop structures.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent mid-tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the overall energy.
- Ezra's baritone voice is prominently featured throughout, often layered with harmonies that enhance the melodic hooks.
- Several tracks incorporate folk instrumentation, such as acoustic guitars and subtle percussion, creating a warm and inviting sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2014, 'Wanted on Voyage' is George Ezra's debut studio album, following his breakout single 'Budapest.' At this stage in his career, Ezra was transitioning from an emerging artist to a prominent figure in the UK music scene, with this album solidifying his place among contemporary singer-songwriters.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jack Garratt· Hozier· Ben Howard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blame It on Me 3:16
- 2 Budapest 3:20
- 3 Cassy O’ 3:04
- 4 Barcelona 3:08
- 5 Listen to the Man 3:03
- 6 Leaving It Up to You 3:36
- 7 Did You Hear the Rain? 4:20
- 8 Drawing Board 3:45
- 9 Stand by Your Gun 3:04
- 10 Breakaway 4:44
- 11 Over the Creek 3:56
- 12 Spectacular Rival 4:16
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