Review
Benson Boone's debut EP "Walk Me Home..." is a 2022 release that boasts a collection of soulful ballads spotlighting his impressive vocal abilities and love for piano-led tunes. The cohesive nature of the album creates a sense of continuity that can both be comforting and somewhat repetitive. Boone's vocals, full of emotion and occasionally dipping into falsetto, might tug at your heartstrings with every note.
Tracks such as "Ghost Town" and "In the Stars" shine brightly, demonstrating Boone's talent for catchy pop melodies. With a production style that lays Boone's vocals and piano bare, some might find the simplicity appealing, while others may yearn for a bit more sonic complexity. The stripped-back sound allows Boone's impassioned voice to take the spotlight, although at times, it can feel as though it craves a richer backdrop.
In "Walk Me Home...," Boone puts forth an honest, heartfelt effort that reveals his potential in the pop world. The EP's uniform sound might leave some listeners wanting more variety and musical layers. Still, this debut plants the seeds of promise, as Boone could soar even higher with more varied productions and exploration of diverse styles. It's a solid launching pad for a young artist ready to carve out his space in the pop realm. - Gwen
Artist Bio
Benson Boone is a Monroe, Washington–born singer-songwriter who broke out on TikTok and a brief 2021 American Idol run before releasing his first single “Ghost Town” later that year. Blending pop with piano-led ballads, he signed to Dan Reynolds’ Night Street Records/Warner and has tallied viral tracks like “In the Stars” and the global No. 1 “Beautiful Things,” leading to his debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades (2024) and its 2025 follow-up American Heart. Career milestones include opening for Taylor Swift at Wembley and a Coachella 2025 set that featured Queen’s Brian May. Listeners who enjoy Lewis Capaldi, Dean Lewis, Stephen Sanchez, or Tate McRae will likely vibe with his emotive, hook-driven sound.