Glow

Released in 2016, Glow represents a pivotal moment in Brett Eldredge's career, marking his transition from a standard country hitmaker to a multi-faceted stylist. While his previous albums flirted with soulful elements, Glow fully committed to a traditional pop and big band sound, recorded with a live orchestra to capture a timeless, analog feel. The project was so successful in redefining his brand that it spawned annual 'Glow' tours and a deluxe expansion in 2018. Critically, it was praised for its authentic adherence to the Great American Songbook style, with many critics noting that Eldredge's baritone is uniquely suited for the swing era. The album peaked at No. 2 on the Top Country Albums chart but its legacy is its perennial status as a modern holiday classic, often compared favorably to the works of Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby rather than his country contemporaries.