Tom Odell – Long Way Down

Album Info

Artist: Tom Odell

Title: Long Way Down

Year: 2013

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Tracklist

  • 1. Grow Old with Me (3:02)
  • 2. Hold Me (3:08)
  • 3. Another Love (4:04)
  • 4. I Know (3:52)
  • 5. Sense (4:24)
  • 6. Can't Pretend (3:37)
  • 7. Till I Lost (3:37)
  • 8. Supposed to Be (3:33)
  • 9. Long Way Down (2:29)
  • 10. Sirens (3:40)
  • 11. I Think It's Going to Rain Today (2:54)
  • 12. Storms (3:08)
  • 13. Heal (3:13)
  • 14. Till I Lost - Demo (4:23)
  • 15. Grow Old with Me - Demo (2:47)

Review

"Long Way Down" by Tom Odell is a treasure trove of raw emotion and musical finesse. Released in 2013, this debut studio album from the British singer-songwriter weaves a tapestry of intimate stories through 16 carefully crafted tracks. Recorded at the iconic RAK Studios in St Johns Wood, the album's production, helmed by Dan Grech-Marguerat, strikes a delicate balance between simplicity and depth, allowing Odell's haunting vocals and piano artistry to shine through.

From the opening notes, listeners are drawn into Odell's world of love, loss, and self-reflection. The album's standout tracks, including the chart-topping "Another Love," "Grow Old with Me," and "Hold Me," showcase Odell's gift for creating melodies that resonate with the heart. His lyrics, penned with a wisdom beyond his years, explore the complexities of human relationships and personal growth with a touching vulnerability.

While the overall tone of "Long Way Down" might be described as melancholic, there's an undercurrent of resilience and hope that runs through its veins. This duality gives the album a rich emotional landscape, inviting listeners to find solace and understanding in its songs. For fans of folk and indie pop, Odell's debut is a journey worth taking - one that promises new discoveries with each listen. - Tara