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Close to the Sun
Rock · 2017 · 12 tracks · 55m

Close to the Sun

Place Vendome

Melodic rock, blending shimmering synths with soaring vocals and a parade of guest guitar virtuosos. Triumphant, polished, and unmistakably bright.

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If you want soaring vocals and choruses that feel like a sunrise, this is your record.

A triumphant and hopeful journey defined by soaring melodies and a polished, golden-hour glow.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks · 55m
01
Close to the Sun
4:33
02
Welcome to the Edge
4:30
03
Hereafter
4:27
04
Strong
4:50
05
Across the Times
4:52
06
Riding the Ghost
3:57
07
Light Before the Dark
4:11
08
Falling Star
4:50
09
Breathing
4:44
10
Yesterday Is Gone
4:33
11
Helen
5:01
12
Distant Skies
5:26
Moments Worth Waiting For
The explosive guitar solo by Gus G on 'Light Before the Dark' that cuts through the melodic haze.
The soaring, multi-layered vocal harmonies in the chorus of 'Welcome to the Edge'.
The driving, synth-infused rhythm of the title track 'Close to the Sun' setting a triumphant tone.
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