James Bay – Chaos And The Calm

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Artist: James Bay

Title: Chaos And The Calm

Year: 2014

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1. Craving (3:48)
2. Hold Back The River (3:58)
3. Let It Go (4:20)
4. If You Ever Want To Be In Love (3:58)
5. Best Fake Smile (3:25)
6. When We Were On Fire (3:58)
7. Move Together (4:35)
8. Scars (4:32)
9. Collide (3:23)
10. Get Out While You Can (4:40)
11. Need The Sun To Break (3:44)
12. Incomplete (3:44)

Review

James Bay’s debut album, "Chaos and the Calm," drops some seriously soulful and introspective vibes, making it a killer 2015 release. You get those catchy, emotive pop-rock anthems with Bay's unique, slightly raspy voice. It’s a perfect blend of folk, rock, and pop that screams heart and emotion.

Kicking off with "Craving," the album sets a melancholic tone that just hooks you in. Tracks like "Hold Back the River" and "Let It Go" are the kind of earworms you can't get enough of—catchy and heartfelt all the way. With reflective jams like "If You Ever Want to Be in Love" and the bluesy, upbeat "Best Fake Smile," Bay keeps it real with personal lyrics about love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Sure, it might not be the most groundbreaking sound, but it’s super polished and authentic, earning it Grammy nods and plenty of fan love. Trust me, you’re going to want this on repeat! - Bella