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Tom Grennan’s New Album: The Rebirth of a Rising Star

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Exploring mental health, drawing inspiration from Bruno Mars, and focusing on personal growth—these themes and more are distilled into Everywhere I Went, Led Me To Where I Didn’t Want To Be.

Tom Grennan on the red carpet at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2024 Capital's Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard, Arrivals, The O2 Arena, London, UK - 07 Dec 2024Tom Grennan, once known for soulful crooning, reinvents himself with his fourth album, Everywhere I Went, Led Me To Where I Didn’t Want To Be. The 30-year-old UK pop star swaps introspection for a vibrant, genre-hopping sound.

Drawing from 1970s glam, 1980s funk, and 1990s pop, the 15-track album channels Freddie Mercury and George Michael with bold, busy arrangements. Tracks like the bouncy Higher and the funk-driven Celebrate, co-written with Rizzle Kicks’ Harley Sulè, showcase its infectious energy.

Grennan’s work with pop hitmaker Justin Tranter 67th Annual Grammy Awards, Arrivals, Los Angeles, USA - 02 Feb 2025Justin Tranter, known for Chappell RoanChappell Roan’s Good Luck, Babe!, adds a polished sheen. Cool With That evokes Fall Out Boy’s Centuries, while Full Attention delivers catchy melodies.

His vocal range shines in Boys Don’t Cry, an electro-pop nod to Tears For Fears, and the tender I Won’t Miss A Thing.

The album’s title reflects Grennan’s mental health struggles, yet its triumphant tone is clear in Shadowboxing: “Every day, I’m working, working, working on me.”

However, many fans have noticed how American singer, songwriter, and record producer Bruno Mars.Bruno Mars-esque the album sounds. Its upbeat energy and positivity run through most of the album, clearly reminiscent of Mars’ signature style.

In a Hits Radio Breakfast chat with Sam Thompson, Grennan revealed the album was ready for over a year. “It just needs to be heard,” he said, celebrating his fourth record.

From small London pub gigs to sold-out arenas, Grennan’s evolution is striking. Everywhere I Went… blends nostalgia with modern pop flair, showcasing his confidence.

While relentless positivity can feel forced, tracks like Dirty Dishes and Boys Don’t Cry highlight his emotional honesty and dynamic new style, cementing him as a pop star reborn.