Rachel Grae – Journal No.1

Album Info

Artist: Rachel Grae

Title: Journal No.1

Year: 2024

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Tracklist

  • 1. Bad Timing (2:45)
  • 2. How to Be Alone (2:31)
  • 3. Outsider (2:56)
  • 4. Lived It Twice (2:53)
  • 5. Colorblind (2:35)
  • 6. Good Side (2:38)
  • 7. You Suck (3:01)
  • 8. Friend Like Me (2:32)
  • 9. Hope You're Proud (3:08)
  • 10. Right Person Right Time (2:58)
  • 11. Love I’ve Been Jealous Of (2:49)
  • 12. Stranger to Love (2:45)
  • 13. The Best (3:19)
  • 14. How Dare You (3:09)
  • 15. Daughter (2:42)
  • 16. Enough of Me (2:28)
  • 17. Love Me Like the First Time (3:17)
  • 18. Half of Me (3:00)
  • 19. Do Better (2:09)
  • 20. If I'll Ever Win (3:04)
  • 21. Murder the Man (2:39)
  • 22. I Think You're in Love (3:25)

Review

There's something incredibly intimate about Rachel Grae's latest musical offering, "Journal No.1," which invites us to peer into the pages of her sonic diary. Grae, with her voice often likened to the soul-stirring prowess of Adele or Kelly Clarkson, doesn't just sing; she converses. Each track on this 2024 release feels like a heart-to-heart, with lyrics that dance between the personal and the shared human experience. It's this balance that makes her music resonate with such authenticity.

As we tune into "Journal No.1," we find ourselves on a journey through the ebbs and flows of life's challenges and triumphs. Grae's narrative is one of courage and candor, as she transforms her own stories of love's labyrinth and the search for self into a communal experience. The album's production is a testament to contemporary pop, with a keen ear for what complements Grae's vocal strength. Whether it's the gentle embrace of a piano-led ballad or the empowering surge of an anthemic hook, the album's soundscape is a thoughtful cradle for her messages of hope and perseverance, even when grappling with life's weightier themes.

Listeners will no doubt find solace in the album's quiet reflections and rally behind its empowering battle cries. It's in these moments of vulnerability and strength that "Journal No.1" truly shines, proving that Rachel Grae is not just a singer but a storyteller of her generation. Her ability to turn the microscope on her own life and, in turn, offer a mirror to her audience is a rare gift. This album is a testament to her artistry and a further step in solidifying her place as a voice that speaks to and for the hearts of many. - Ashleigh