What's It Gonna Take?
Van Morrison · 2022
79 min · 15 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul
A reflective blend of jazz-infused rock and soulful balladry that captures a lifetime of musical exploration.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing for reflection dynamic exploration of themes soulful ballads for introspection
- Context
- Released on May 20, 2022, 'What's It Gonna Take?' comes during Van Morrison's prolific later career, following his 2021 album 'Latest Record Project: Volume 1'. At this stage, Morrison continues to assert his creative independence, producing music that addresses personal and societal themes with an unfiltered lens.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, Celtic music, blue-eyed soul
What's It Gonna Take? is an album by Van Morrison, released in 2022. A reflective blend of jazz-infused rock and soulful balladry that captures a lifetime of musical exploration. The album received attention for its candid exploration of contemporary issues and personal introspection, marking a continuation of Morrison's tradition of socially aware songwriting. Critics noted its raw honesty, with tracks like 'Fighting Back Is the New Normal' resonating in the context of global challenges, further cementing Morrison’s role as a voice for his generation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does What's It Gonna Take? sound like?
A reflective blend of jazz-infused rock and soulful balladry that captures a lifetime of musical exploration. Rooted in jazz fusion and Celtic music.
What makes What's It Gonna Take? by Van Morrison notable?
The album received attention for its candid exploration of contemporary issues and personal introspection, marking a continuation of Morrison's tradition of socially aware songwriting. Critics noted its raw honesty, with tracks like 'Fighting Back Is the New Normal' resonating in the context of global challenges, further cementing Morrison’s role as a voice for his generation. Released on May 20, 2022, 'What's It Gonna Take?' comes during Van Morrison's prolific later career, following his 2021 album 'Latest Record Project: Volume 1'. At this stage, Morrison continues to assert his creative independence, producing music that addresses personal and societal themes with an unfiltered lens.
Who is What's It Gonna Take? for?
What's It Gonna Take? works well if you're into wave-like pacing for reflection, dynamic exploration of themes and soulful ballads for introspection.
How many songs are on What's It Gonna Take??
What's It Gonna Take? has 15 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dangerous 7:40
- 2 What’s It Gonna Take? Standout 3:22
- 3 Fighting Back Is the New Normal Standout 3:35
- 4 Fodder for the Masses 4:44
- 5 Can’t Go On This Way 6:41
- 6 Sometimes It’s Just Blah Blah Blah 3:36
- 7 Money From America 7:35
- 8 Not Seeking Approval 6:30
- 9 Damage and Recovery 4:04
- 10 Nervous Breakdown 5:09
- 11 Absolutely Positively the Most 5:19
- 12 I Ain’t No Celebrity Standout 4:41
- 13 Stage Name 4:28
- 14 Fear and Self‐Loathing in Las Vegas 5:03
- 15 Pretending 6:47
Release Date
May 20, 2022
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
79 min 23 sec
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