Lighting Matches
Tom Grennan · 2018
56 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · pop rock
Bright melodies and soulful vocals intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an uplifting yet reflective listening experience.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels uplifting yet reflective moments long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2018, 'Lighting Matches' is Tom Grennan's debut studio album following his EP 'Something in the Water' from 2016. At this point, Grennan was establishing himself as a rising star in the UK music scene, having gained attention for his distinctive voice and emotive songwriting.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie pop, pop rock
- What next
- Evering Road — Continues the uplifting vibe with a more mature sound and deeper themes.
Lighting Matches is an album by Tom Grennan, released in 2018. Bright melodies and soulful vocals intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an uplifting yet reflective listening experience. The album features the hit single 'Found What I’ve Been Looking For,' which reached the UK Singles Chart's top 20. The record received positive critical acclaim, highlighting Grennan’s unique blend of pop and soul influences, and solidified his reputation as a promising artist in contemporary British music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lighting Matches sound like?
Bright melodies and soulful vocals intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an uplifting yet reflective listening experience. Rooted in alternative rock and indie pop.
What makes Lighting Matches by Tom Grennan notable?
The album features the hit single 'Found What I’ve Been Looking For,' which reached the UK Singles Chart's top 20. The record received positive critical acclaim, highlighting Grennan’s unique blend of pop and soul influences, and solidified his reputation as a promising artist in contemporary British music. Released on January 1, 2018, 'Lighting Matches' is Tom Grennan's debut studio album following his EP 'Something in the Water' from 2016. At this point, Grennan was establishing himself as a rising star in the UK music scene, having gained attention for his distinctive voice and emotive songwriting.
Who is Lighting Matches for?
Lighting Matches works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, uplifting yet reflective moments and long, immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on Lighting Matches?
Lighting Matches has 16 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Found What I’ve Been Looking For Standout 3:12
- 2 Royal Highness 3:13
- 3 Barbed Wire 3:05
- 4 Run in the Rain Standout 3:57
- 5 Aboard 3:53
- 6 Lighting Matches 3:29
- 7 Lucky Ones Standout 3:33
- 8 Sober 3:43
- 9 I Might 2:53
- 10 Make ’em Like You 3:39
- 11 Something in the Water 3:27
- 12 Little by Little Love 3:41
- 13 Praying 3:05
- 14 Secret Lover 3:58
- 15 Sweet Hallelujah 3:45
- 16 All Goes Wrong (acoustic) 3:40
Release Date
January 1, 2018
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
56 min 17 sec
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