Storms of Life
Randy Travis · 1986
32 min · 10 tracks · country · gospel · neotraditional country
A heartfelt blend of neotraditional country and storytelling that evokes rural Americana.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- short, reflective listening sessions story-driven emotional engagement nostalgic and heartfelt themes
- Context
- Released on June 6, 1986, 'Storms of Life' was Randy Travis's debut album, marking his entrance into the country music scene. It established him as a leading figure in the neotraditional country movement, following his breakthrough single 'On the Other Hand.' This album set the stage for Travis's subsequent commercial success and critical acclaim in the late 1980s.
- If you like
- country, gospel, neotraditional country
Storms of Life is an album by Randy Travis, released in 1986. A heartfelt blend of neotraditional country and storytelling that evokes rural Americana. 'Storms of Life' significantly impacted the country music landscape, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and earning Travis a Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance. The album is credited with revitalizing traditional country sounds during a time dominated by pop influences, influencing many artists who followed in his footsteps. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Storms of Life sound like?
A heartfelt blend of neotraditional country and storytelling that evokes rural Americana. Rooted in country and gospel.
What makes Storms of Life by Randy Travis notable?
'Storms of Life' significantly impacted the country music landscape, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and earning Travis a Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance. The album is credited with revitalizing traditional country sounds during a time dominated by pop influences, influencing many artists who followed in his footsteps. Released on June 6, 1986, 'Storms of Life' was Randy Travis's debut album, marking his entrance into the country music scene. It established him as a leading figure in the neotraditional country movement, following his breakthrough single 'On the Other Hand.' This album set the stage for Travis's subsequent commercial success and critical acclaim in the late 1980s.
Who is Storms of Life for?
Storms of Life works well if you're into short, reflective listening sessions, story-driven emotional engagement and nostalgic and heartfelt themes.
How many songs are on Storms of Life?
Storms of Life has 10 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On the Other Hand Standout 3:06
- 2 The Storms of Life Standout 2:45
- 3 My Heart Cracked (But It Did Not Break) 2:20
- 4 Diggin' Up Bones Standout 3:01
- 5 No Place Like Home 4:08
- 6 1982 2:59
- 7 Send My Body 3:02
- 8 Messin' with My Mind 3:07
- 9 Reasons I Cheat 4:23
- 10 There'll Always Be a Honky Tonk Somewhere 3:13
Release Date
June 6, 1986
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
32 min 9 sec
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