David Gray

I believe that "A Century Ends" is David Gray's masterpiece. I am a huge fan of all of his work, but this album really has everything at once. I really enjoy "Sell, Sell, Sell" for it's upbeat folk/rock sound. I listen to "Flesh" all the time. Actually, I can listen any of his albums and have a great time, but "A Century Ends" is just a step above the rest. It's damn near perfect!

Submitted by linuxmann on September 10, 2011

Flesh is a brilliant album caught in the shadows cast by Sell Sell Sell and the hugely successful White Ladder. A truly soul searching experience which draws you in right from the start with the blast of What Are You? This album is real David Gray - littered with a full range of raw emotion and stark lyrics describing the importance of all things taken for granted.

Flesh takes you on a full journey of reflection, adventure, grief, love, life, faith and substance. Gray's vocals work their way deep into your soul whether it be the gentle spoken word of Falling Free or the emphasis of the 'vultures circling over your head' in Made Up My Mind. His whispering at the tail of The Light followed by his hollering of 'rolling out the shadows' leave you wanting more.

New Horizons is such a complete tune that it provides the same impact of David's signature song Babylon. Again the vocals grab you and imbed themselves with the likes of 'the glory of this imperfection' and his delivery of 'within'.

The acoustics of Mystery Of Love and Lullaby place you right in the moment while the rock of Made Up My Mind makes you want to burst at the seems with life and hope. Coming Down hits you with the failure to deal with a heavy heart with Loves Old Song reminding you of the faith of love.

Flesh is the perfect song to close the album with the unfolding body and realization of life. This album really is a hidden gem that deserves far greater acclaim and recognition than it has received.

Submitted by Jenko on April 16, 2011

Probably the most under-rated, and definitely my most fave of Davids early work. Sell is full of gems that offer us up-tempo and his signature confessional, brooding style, wrapped up in his unique delivery of vocal performance."Everytime" is classic DG music."Late Night Radio" is one of those great "car songs" you enjoy most on a long drive. Magdalena is foot tapping fun..."Gutters Full of Rain, Hold On To Nothing" & Only The Lonely" are such beautifully composed ballads and "What Am I Doing Wrong" is one of those rare songs that seduces and haunts you at the same time..its been a fave since first listen and became a coveted treasure over time, which can be said for this whole compilation. Other songs too good not to mention- "Forever Is Tomorrow Is Today" and Folk Song. Sell is must have for your DG collection, it showcases his evolution as an artist while it pulls at those deep rooted emotions in all of us.

Submitted by YouDontTelephoneMe on November 02, 2009

White Ladder-one of my top 3 favorite albums ever!

I first heard DG on the U.S. show Dawson's Creek back in the early 2000's. Didn't know who the artist was but loved the music. It wasn't until a year or two later I finally figured out who you were. I did a semester abroad in London in 2005. WHile there I travelled a bit.

I went to Scotland on a Haggis Adventures Tour, all 20 somethings from around the world, US, UK, Africa, Europe, AUS, everywhere.

Our crazy Scotish tourguide kept blasting your music, the fantastic, White Ladder album, in our MERC van, whilst driving through out the Scotish highlands. We all loved your music. It made so much of the trip. Scotland is by far the prettiest place I have been, yet, and I will always associated DG with it and its beauty.

Lyrics like, "Like a stone I fall into your eyes," and "feels like lighting running thu my veins, everytime I look at you," are lyrical genius!!! May you always sing and share your talent.

Your new song Foundling is great. I'm really looking forward to hearing your new stuff. I am also really looking forward to seeing you concert in Boston this February! I can't wait to hear it all finally in person!

Cheers to you darling!

-M

Submitted by MeghanShoe on January 21, 2011

Famed sportswriter Red Smith once said, "There's nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and open a vein." All David Gray does on White Ladder is open a vein, and we are all the better for it. He is, without a doubt, one of the best songwriters on this planet. No one else speaks better to the heart.

Submitted by BoooMitchell on March 06, 2010

The rease that i'mg asking to view the album is to see if i can buy the right song that i'm busy looking for, so please if you can let me know i can i can do that it will be a such blessing because i really need to buy the Sail Away song soon is possible. or you can also let me know what is the easie way to get it ok

Submitted by Joao on March 01, 2010

This album is my favorite of all of David's work. I think the songs perfectly capture the emotion of the words. As I'm Leaving is perfection and I can feel the torment of going on the road. The sound of this album is something to be treasured, and I can feel what it is like to fall in love when I listen to it. It is music for a true Romantic.

Submitted by KirstenHuth on April 20, 2011

i heard this cd for the first time in 98. i bought it and listened to it over & over for the next 6 months. i still listen to it at least once a week. this cd really helped me find myself as an artist & i would suggest this album to anyone that wants to tap into their creative side...

Submitted by cocinero on April 04, 2011

Remarkable album by David. Pure and raw emotion comes through in this album. Every song is so very powerful and profound, so true and real, so breathtaking. 'Disappearing World', 'Ain't no Love' and 'Slow Motion' speak right to my soul every time I listen to them. I have found it hard to pick a favorite album over the years, especially when it comes to David Gray, because truly the man can do no wrong in my book. This album, however, seems so right to the heart of the matter and effects me on such a deep level that I would venture to say that this is my all time favorite DG album.

Submitted by fenianfield on April 15, 2011

The opening bars of the first track, Alibi, reveal David's meteoric progress as both a songwriter and a singer. Alibi is his magnum opus and places him firmly in the company of the greats. Here are ten great songs from the heart of one of Britain's finest ever musicians.

Submitted by JamesCook on July 25, 2010

I became a fan when introduced to his music three years ago. While most of my friends believe White Ladder is the best, this album is my favourite! Such good songs, so moving. His voice is throaty and yet somehow that makes it so absolutely beautiful. The title track is amazing; it will likely be my wedding song. "Ain't No Love" is also wonderful. It's so easy to listen to beginning to end. See him in concert!!

Submitted by kris1020 on July 14, 2010

Life in Slow Motion is my favorite album of all time! It is one of the only albums that I can listen to from beginning to end, without skipping at track, and when it's finished, I'll go right back to the start and play it again. My personal highlights are Hospital Food and Lately. David's writing goes from strength to strength and his voice is heartbreakingly beautiful. For me, this is the definitive album. Oh, and saw David on Sunday night in Leeds, fantastic and love the new band! Rebecca

Submitted by heavensent on December 15, 2009

I came across this album by chance. I was surfing the interweb and was listening to different versions of "To Ramona", the Dylan classic and up popped DG's cover. I found it a totally different take on a great song and I simply loved it. I downloaded the album and was amazed to see so many classics covered brilliantly. DG manages to put his own point through on each song while maintaining the original's feeling. Normally covers are either identical to the original or so different you don't recognise it is a cover.

"I Think It's Going To Rain Today" is a truly beautiful song and DG's version in my opinion has a lot more feeling and sense of hopelessness than the original by Newman.

I could go on and on, but you get the drift.... A great album.
(p.s. I really want to buy it on CD but can't find it anywhere - where can i get a copy??)

Submitted by Roamer on March 25, 2010

I've heard about it

Submitted by Leonor on September 23, 2011

I actually have listened to David for years since I was alittle girl, and somewhere around senior year of high school got lost along the way and re-discovered his music this year/ I have the Greatest Hits CD and was alittle iffy on it when i first saw it because I knew how great an artist David is and was hoping this didnt mean he didnt have new stuff on the burner. But once I saw the line up of songs I was sold. Greatest Hits is a 10 out of 10. "Sail Away" and "Babylon" are life changers.

Submitted by Jenna12186 on March 12, 2010

David Gray's voice has waxed more haunting over the years, and with this album he reaches a new high. His works are always a trifecta - song writing, voice and emotion - that works together like a well-oiled machine.

If you examine the track listing and the songs themselves, while each stands strongly on its own as a beautiful work of art, they form together into a gallery that chronicles one man's plunge into the unknown, his headfirst tumble into love and life on the streets, his fall from grace, his rediscovery and rebirth, a new love, and finally his collapse and death.

This album leaves me trembling, tumultuous, melancholy and exalted. "Jackdaw" thrills the heart with its pounding piano and melodic backing of strings, "Kathleen" opens the sore spots inside with its sense of empty purpose and longing. "Breathe" tricks the listener with changing tempo and David's voice breaking across the quickness with a long croon.

In addition to the genius music, the lyrics are some of the best I have ever heard. They may, at times, not be the most literary or refined, but they cut right to my heart and pull me into the music until the song seems to almost define a part of my inner self. Mr. Gray's music evokes such a strong emotional response, that it is hard to imagine my life before hearing him put my most complex of pains into words and his carrying, haunting voice.

Submitted by TheSavoryTrim on June 29, 2010

Draw the Line is amazing. I downloaded it in December. I can't say it's all I've listened to, but it is one of the top three. Like everyone I love "Fugitive", "Nemesis"... I love the energy of "Stella the Artist", but I LOVE every single one of these songs. Working on getting to L.A. in September!

Submitted by Cyn on June 06, 2010

As usual, David's music is so poetic the words are like music to my ears. He really does have an indifferent beautiful voice. I have listened his music from the very beginning (all thanks to my sister Dee) and i have enjoyed every song as if they were works of art. I feel like i can relate to certain songs of his...so emotional! The new album is wonderful and my fav song is "Fugitive"!

Sarah

Submitted by maywinters on May 29, 2010

I was asleep when Last Call with Carson Daly came on and I heard the most striking voice and melody - it was David Gray playing "Jackdraw" live. I immediately wrote his name down and bought two albums the following day from Amazon. Great sound, stirring lyrics. My new favorite artist and though I'm a bit late to the party, I'm happy to be on the boat now! Must see him live! come to Tampa or Orlando David!

Submitted by tkdiva on May 05, 2010

I just downloaded this album. I have his others and love his music. This new CD is definitely David, but it also has a newer edge to it, from almost Johnny Cash like Draw the Line to his collaboration with Annie Lennox who in itself is an amazing pair. This album does not disappoint, and I feel blessed to be able to see him and meet him in concert this year. The emotion in every word he writes is wonderful.

Submitted by Jenna12186 on March 12, 2010

I had never heard of David Gray (where have I been?) but when I heard the song 'Transformation' on YouTube I drove into town and bougt this album. LOVE IT! Beautiful voice, great energy. It's unusual for me to like all the songs on an album; but I honestly enjoy every one of these. Now I just have to catch up and buy all his other albums!

Submitted by marsman on March 06, 2010

This album is fantastic, from the new single Fugitive to the beautiful Nemesis (definitely my second favourite song on the album). My absoluter favourite song is the collaboration with Annie Lennox. What a duet. Their voices compliment each other to no end. As usual, a perfect album without a flaw. Typical David Gray. Even though Davids voice alone could carry any song, it is the pure emotion that makes his albums unique.Hopefully there will be many more to come - Katie.

Submitted by kat89 on November 07, 2009

David Gray is the Bob Dylan of "Generation X". This album underlines it as it is his best to date. So many artists either sell out or fade away and Dave is guilty of neither!
To say that his music has influenced me and been a part of my life for the past 15 years is an understatement. I am very proud that I was there at the ground level, putting posters of his upcoming concerts all around my college when "White Ladder" was first released in the states.
God bless you, David Gray and keep up the good work!!

:)

JT Steensen

Submitted by jtsteensen on March 21, 2011

More great music from a natural born singer

Submitted by justj on June 22, 2010

Brillant!

Submitted by ColleenC on June 21, 2010

I thought it sounded great. My wife and I would love for you to come near Montana!!!!! Can't wait to buy it.

Submitted by dryfus on June 21, 2010

damn Dave as long as you keep writing i will know there is a true music man out there keep it up bro :)

Submitted by tragichippie on June 21, 2010

As can typically be expected from David Gray this song manages to distill real life moments anyone can relate to and make there own. Delivered with the passionate vocals backed with an accomplished arrangement and a rhythm that is impossible to fight off. Clever and intelligent metaphoric lyrics, put to undeniable energetic music. It's why I list him as a great poet and musician.

Submitted by Drumnutz on June 21, 2010

I really like it. Good clarity in the words and rhythm

Submitted by jboegeman on June 21, 2010

This review couldn't be more honest and direct than what I am about to say. So I will sum this album up in one word!
Brilliant!

Submitted by sharic4 on December 01, 2010

This album is amazing. The more I listen to it the more I like it. The songs speak to you.

Submitted by mgadams on March 01, 2011

The most hearty Gray fans would call on either Flesh, or A Century Ends as the best effort to date by Gray, and sure the new fans will vote for Babylon, but I believe Foundling is his best, by a nose over a New Day at Midnite!
The 1st track, Only The Wine, a nice upbeat little tune sets the table.
This Old Chair, The Fixitive, A New Day at Midnite, Holding On, We can Fall In Love Tonite and Old Father Time are instant classics in both a lyrical, and musical sense.
I hate to ever put a label on any one album, as all are just super, but we all make the decision daily, or at least us longtime fans, on what album to put on the ol' record player, or iPad in my case.
My vote is Foundling, great spin, any day or time.
See you all in San Diego!

Submitted by Bark33 on January 20, 2011

4.5 out of 5
Foundling (Deluxe Edition)

This is David's ninth studio album, and what an album it is. Throughout the album we are taken back 15 years to the David we grew to love. Soulful ballads and warm acoustic sounds create a real personal insight into a passionate songwriter.

As always the lyrics are strong and relate to the sounds they mean. This is a prime example of how an artist has grown, but not forgotten where he came from musically. Highlights include Only the Wine, We Could Fall in Love Again Tonight, Davey Jones' Locker, A Million Years.

The purest album since White Ladder.
Highly recommended!

Submitted by vacreative on January 12, 2011

This (seemingly) disparate collection of songs sounds like discarded pieces of lyric from "Draw the Line" brought together to complete the artist's creative process carried over from that album; it is a tribute to Gray's prolific writing skill that he should be able to produce such a haunting follow-up album to the more energetic "Draw the Line". "Foundling" is far from perfect, with many songs being overly depressing and wrapped in poetic befuddlement, but within the spray of words and lilting beat lie several absolute gems of musical creativity - the single, "A Moment Changes Everything", and "We Could Fall in Love Again Tonight" render all the aimlessness of the filler tracks completely forgiven, and the lyrical poetic brilliance of "Old Father Time" and "Gossamer Thread", as well as the musical elegance of "Morning Theme" make this 'also ran' album a real gem for any admirer of Gray's slightly off-beat, lyric-based style. If you're new to David Gray, I suggest you try a different, more accessible album to acquaint yourself; however, if you already know of and relate to his music, buy the album. You will never, not even for one moment, regret it.

Submitted by Jabulani on December 12, 2010