Fresh Start (album)
Fresh Start is the first studio album by Ryan Stevenson. Gotee Records released the album on September 18, 2015. A new version of the album was released in 2016, including 2 bonus tracks: "Holding Nothing Back" and "Eye Of The Storm (Radio Version)".
Critical reception
| Professional ratings |
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| Review scores |
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| Source | Rating |
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| 365 Days of Inspiring Media |    [1] |
| CCM Magazine | [2] |
| The Christian Beat | [3] |
| Jesus Freak Hideout | [4] |
| New Release Today | [5] |
Awarding the album four stars from CCM Magazine, Andy Argyrakis states, "each of the ten tunes deliver when it comes to mouth-watering sounds and faith fortification".[2] Christopher Smith, giving the album three stars at Jesus Freak Hideout, writes, "Fresh Start is well-produced, catchy, and has an encouraging message of God's love."[4] Signaling in a four star review by New Release Today, Caitlin Lassiter responds, "Fresh Start solidifies Ryan Stevenson's place in the industry. A well-rounded album overall, Ryan has crafted a successful first full length effort with his work here. While a bit more diversity in sound would be nice, what Ryan has done in Fresh Start creates a successful a debut."[5] Rating the album four and a half stars for The Christian Beat, Herb Longs says, "This album is a perfect example of what can transpire when powerful lyrics meet a passionate voice and excellent production."[3] Joshua Andre, indicating in a three and a half star review by 365 Days of Inspiring Media, describes, "Fresh Start by Ryan Stevenson isn't perfect, as there are a couple of tracks that are a bit misplaced, either lyrically or musically."[1]
Track listing
| 1. |
"Fresh Start" |
3:47 |
| 2. |
"All Yours" |
2:52 |
| 3. |
"Mercy Changes Everything" |
3:31 |
| 4. |
"Chasing Your Heart" |
3:05 |
| 5. |
"What You Say" |
3:27 |
| 6. |
"Not Forgotten" (featuring tobyMac) |
3:17 |
| 7. |
"From the Ground Up (Bonanza)" |
3:37 |
| 8. |
"Give It All Away" |
3:54 |
| 9. |
"Dare You to Trust My Love" |
3:17 |
| 10. |
"Eye of the Storm" (featuring GabeReal) |
5:31 |
Total length: |
36:18 |
References
- 1 2 Andre, Joshua (September 20, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson – Fresh Start". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved September 21, 2015.
- 1 2 Argyrakis, Andy (September 1, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson: Fresh Start". CCM Magazine. p. 35. Retrieved September 1, 2015.
- 1 2 Longs, Herb (September 17, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson Delivers A Home Run With "Fresh Start"". The Christian Beat. Retrieved September 20, 2015.
- 1 2 Smith, Christopher (September 15, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson, "Fresh Start" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved September 16, 2015.
- 1 2 Lassiter, Caitlin (September 28, 2015). "A Strong Start". New Release Today. Retrieved September 29, 2015.
