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| 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
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| 1. | "Fresh Start" | 3:47 |
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| 2. | "All Yours" | 2:52 |
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| 3. | "Mercy Changes Everything" | 3:31 |
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| 4. | "Chasing Your Heart" | 3:05 |
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| 5. | "What You Say" | 3:27 |
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| 6. | "Not Forgotten" (featuring tobyMac) | 3:17 |
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| 7. | "From the Ground Up (Bonanza)" | 3:37 |
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| 8. | "Give It All Away" | 3:54 |
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| 9. | "Dare You to Trust My Love" | 3:17 |
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| 10. | "Eye of the Storm" (featuring GabeReal) | 5:31 |
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| Total length: | 36:18 |
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Charts
References
- ^ a b Andre, Joshua (September 20, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson – Fresh Start". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved September 21, 2015.
- ^ a b Argyrakis, Andy (September 1, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson: Fresh Start". CCM Magazine: 35. Retrieved September 1, 2015.
- ^ a b Longs, Herb (September 17, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson Delivers A Home Run With "Fresh Start"". The Christian Beat. Retrieved September 20, 2015.
- ^ a b Smith, Christopher (September 15, 2015). "Ryan Stevenson, "Fresh Start" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved September 16, 2015.
- ^ a b Lassiter, Caitlin (September 28, 2015). "A Strong Start". New Release Today. Retrieved September 29, 2015.
- ^ "Ryan Stevenson Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved November 5, 2020.