CD Review: Zac Brown Band – The Comeback
By Adam Chance for Country Music News International Magazine
1. Slow Burn
2. Out in the Middle
3. Wild Palomino
4. Us Against the World
5. Same Boat
6. Stubborn Pride (feat. Marcus King)
7. Fun Having Fun
8. The Comeback
9. Old Love Song
10. Any Day Now
11. Paradise Lost on Me
12. GA Clay
13. Love & Sunsets
14. Closer to Heaven (feat. Gregory Porter)
15. Don’t Let Your Heart
Zac Brown Band’s The Comeback marks a return to the band’s roots with a blend of heartfelt Americana, Southern rock, and rich storytelling. The album embraces themes of resilience and shared human experience, a fitting reflection after a challenging global period. From opening track Slow Burn, which reminisces on the intensity of young love, to the more introspective Any Day Now, each song offers a glimpse into the emotional landscape of both hardship and hope.
The album’s upbeat tracks, such as Out in the Middle and Same Boat, remind us of the joys of unity and simple living, featuring Zac Brown’s signature blend of down-to-earth lyrics and lively instrumentation. These tracks resonate with the band’s familiar themes of togetherness and community.
Meanwhile, songs like Stubborn Pride, featuring Marcus King, dig deeper into the passion of personal struggles, with a bluesy, soulful edge that adds depth to the album’s more reflective moments. The Comeback, a standout track, serves as a metaphor for overcoming adversity, blending powerful lyrics with a heartland rock sound.
Adding to the album’s diversity, Closer to Heaven, featuring Gregory Porter, delivers a gospel-inspired anthem that elevates the emotional stakes, while GA Clay gives a Southern rock scorcher vibe.
With contributions from band members including Coy Bowles, Clay Cook, and Jimmy De Martini, the Zac Brown Band delivers a tight, polished sound throughout, highlighting both their musical versatility and storytelling prowess.
Overall, The Comeback is an album that celebrates resilience, community, and the power of coming together, offering both country music fans and casual listeners a much-needed reminder of the strength found in unity.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars
For more information, visit Zac Brown Band’s official website – https://zacbrownband.com