We already had the pleasure of familiarising ourselves with Tom Craven, an inspired and nuanced creative who never shies away from delving into personal experience – no matter how painful that may be – in order to empower and uplift others, offering solace and comfort to those in need. Not long ago, writing about one of his latest singles ‘New Signals’, we proudly declared: “New Signals’ keeps its vibe rather intimate, offering the perfect background for Craven’s evocative and emotional vocals to flourish. A perfect marriage between sound and words.”
We stand by our statement – the concept has become even clearer, now that Craven has successfully unveiled his full album, the arrival point of a majestic artistic journey. ‘Make Yourself Known’ sees the British songwriter laying open all the anxiety, challenges and pain collected in the past decade, organized into relatable songs during the pandemic – a time that has proven crucial for Tom’s growth, both as a person and musician. That said, he’s adamant about the album not being about ‘dwelling’, but rather offering support to everyone who might relate.
Over twelve stunning tracks, ‘Make Yourself Known’ explores a plethora of energies and styles, going from punchy and rocky anthems to more poised, slow-paced ballads. Being an organic album at its core, championed by drums, bass and guitars, the album feels like a rather authentic body of work, boasting a clear direction and a shared goal. Craven’s vocals are the most welcome constant, blending a dynamic and poignant tone with introspective and transformative lyricism.
Recommended! Discover ‘Make Yourself Known’ on Spotify:
