GLENN HUGHES – Chosen (2025) *HQ*
GLENN HUGHES is a true original. No other rock musician has carved such a distinctive style blending the finest elements of hard rock, soul and funk. That astonishing voice is his calling card. He’s known as a singer’s singer. Stevie Wonder once called Glenn Hughes his favorite white singer.
After a nine-year hiatus as a solo artist, Hughes is back with “Chosen“, his brand-new solo record: an album which presents Glenn in his most hard rockin’ fashion. An explosive record that offers Glenn at his absolute best with a state-of-the-art album, both from a songwriting and production standpoint.
It all starts with “Voices in My Head,” a great rock song with a bluesy vibe, no matter what these voices say. A few funky touches are the icing on the cake, making “Voices in My Head” a stunning opener. Next is the thumping “My Alibi,” which alternates between a calm verse and a powerful chorus. It’s an intense song that brings you to the title track. “Chosen” is a darker song, especially in the verse, before slowly growing into a fierce rocker with an immediately addictive chorus.
“Heal” is a spot-on rocker with hit potential, while the roaring “In the Golden” showcases the heaviness that Hughes incorporates into his musical spectrum. Heavy riffs compete with calmer, well-crafted vocal melodies.
“The Lost Parade” is next, with heavy blues-rock structures. This slower-paced, pounding hard rock song showcases Hughes’s vocal skills perfectly.
The album has no weak spots, and the rhythm-focused “Black Cat Moan” showcases the versatility of “Chosen.”
“Come and Go” is another great moment that echoes some The Beatles’ influence. It’s a beautiful, ballad-esque song that showcases Hughes’s ability to convey emotion through different musical expressions .
The album finale, “Into the Fade” comes with an infectious groove that makes the song a great closer. It is one of the best songs on an album with only great songs.
With “Chosen, ” Glenn Hughes releases an excellent album that combines all of his musical influences. A melange of rock, blues, and funk has been blended to create superb songs that are authentic and resonate the strong passion of Hughes.
1. Voice In My Head
2. My Alibi
3. Chosen
4. Heal
5. In The Golden
6. The Lost Parade
7. Hot Damn Thing
8. Black Cat Moan
9. Come And Go
10. Into The Fade
Glenn Hughes – Vocals
Soren Andersen – Guitar
Ash Sheehan – Drums
Bob Fridzema – Keys
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