ZACH BRYAN Vinyl & CDs

Review: Zach Bryan's The Great American Bar Scene offers a vivid snapshot of small-town America, blending poignant storytelling with a rich musical tapestry. After nearly a decade in the U.S. Navy, Bryan left in 2021 to pursue music, and since his 2020 debut, he has soared to stardom, consistently topping charts and touring globally. Released less than a year after his previous self-titled album, The Great American Bar Scene continues Bryan's momentum. Between albums, he secured his first number-one hit with 'I Remember Everything', toured extensively and released the 'Boys of Faith' EP. Despite his busy schedule, Bryan managed to craft this 19-track album, which delves deeply into the connections between people, often found in intimate conversations at bars. Bryan's music draws from classic country, folk, and Americana, defying easy categorisationia strength that sets him apart. Collaborations with legends like Bruce Springsteen and John Mayer add layers to this emotionally charged album, making The Great American Bar Scene a reliable, heartfelt reflection of Bryan's journey and the lives he touches.

Review: Singer, songwriter, former Navy sailor and Oklahoma native Zach Bryan first rose to fame in 2019 with his self-released debut country album DeAnn. Bryan's raw storytelling approach attracted a dedicated following, justifying many follow-ups - his latest EP Summertime Blues included. Something of a sibling piece to the recent album American Heartbreak, the EP deploys sweet vocal lilts, banjo strums and fiddle bowings to channels many brooding, blue-collar emotions, reflecting lives lived on the road and bittersweet days gone by.