Brett Young (EP)

Brett Young
EP by
Brett Young
ReleasedFebruary 12, 2016 (2016-02-12)
GenreCountry
Length21:06
ProducerDann Huff
Brett Young chronology
Brett Young
(2016) 		Brett Young (LP)
(2017)

Brett Young is the first EP from American country music singer Brett Young. Released on 12 February 2016,[1] the album was produced by Dann Huff.[2] The EP features the single, "Sleep Without You".[3]

Young's team describes the artist's sound as "Caliville", "an intersection of his Southern California upbringing and his passion for Nashville".[4]

Background

Although Young did not plan to release an EP prior to his full-length album, after "Sleep Without You" was published, Young knew that he must distribute his music to fans as soon as possible.[5][6]

Critical reception

Timothy Monger of AllMusic says "the smoky-voiced singer offers up six warm, romantic cuts that showcase his earthy charm."[7]

Taste of Country states that Young "mixes soul, R&B and country in a way that fits neatly between any two songs you hear on the radio now", comparing the artist to Lee Brice and Jack Johnson.[8]

Stage Right Secrets states that each song is "strategically [placed]" and that "The song order mainly focuses on the emotional rollercoaster you go through when you are in a relationship".[9]

Track listing

No.TitleLength
1."Sleep Without You"3:08
2."You Ain't Here to Kiss Me"3:38
3."Left Side of Leavin'"3:34
4."In Case You Didn't Know"3:45
5."Like I Loved You"3:27
6."Beautiful Believer"3:34
Total length:21:06

Charts

Chart (2016) Peak
position
US Billboard 200[10] 189
US Top Country Albums (Billboard)[11] 30
US Top Heatseekers (Billboard)[12] 6
  • Sales – United States: 19,200[13]

References

  1. ^ "BMLG's Brett Young Offers Blue-Eyed Soul, Transparent Songwriting On New EP". Musicrow.com. 4 March 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
  2. ^ "Newcomer Brett Young Debuts Self-Titled EP". Soundslikenashville.com. 12 February 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
  3. ^ "Interview: Brett Young Discusses His Debut Album". The Boot. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
  4. ^ "10 New Country Artists You Need to Know: March 2016". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
  5. ^ "Country Stardom Wasn't Brett Young's First Career Choice". The Boot. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
  6. ^ "Brett Young Talks Getting Raw & Real on Debut Album: 'You Only Get One Chance to Make a First Impression'". billboard.com. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
  7. ^ Monger, Timothy. Brett Young – Brett Young EP: Review at AllMusic. Retrieved 18 October 2017.
  8. ^ "Brett Young Is Nothing But Honest on New EP". Taste of Country. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
  9. ^ "Brett Young Self Titled EP Review". stagerightsecrets.com. 16 February 2016. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
  10. ^ "Brett Young Album & Song Chart History - Country Albums". Billboard. Retrieved September 27, 2016.
  11. ^ "Brett Young Album & Song Chart History - Country Albums". Billboard. Retrieved May 5, 2016.
  12. ^ "Brett Young Album & Song Chart History - Heatseekers Albums". Billboard. Retrieved May 5, 2016.
  13. ^ Bjorke, Matt (October 30, 2016). "Top 10 Country Albums Sales Chart: October 31, 2016". Roughstock.