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American singer-songwriter Chris St. John can be proud of his new full-length album 'When Dreams End'. These record fully reflected his talent as a musician, singer and songwriter.
The album 'When Dreams End' consists of eight tracks that form a colorful picture of the involved musical styles and capture every movement of the artist's soul. Chris St. John's velvet vocals sound in front of us: sad, dreamy, soft, courageous, and together we perceive his every word, written with love and sincerity inherent in this author.
The album's tracklist gives us a lot of positive emotions and reveals the depth of human life in all its diversity. A new work from Chris St. John is a true masterpiece of song art that is worthy of attention of all music lovers who love melodic songs with meaning.
Listen to the album 'When Dreams End' below on Spotify and enjoy the new record from Chris St. John and his brilliant talent.
When Dreams End starts off with “Lost Without Your Love”. This song is slow, tender and very crisp, providing a very heartfelt and honest listening experience while setting the stage for the rest of the album brilliantly. The second track is “Oh Papa”, a song about St. John losing his father - a relatable message for anyone who has lost a parent - and I was deeply impressed by how St. John is able to surround such a tragedy with such artistry; this song truly lets the listener know they are not alone in the pain they are feeling through their loss. “No More One Mores” is third and, wow, what a special song. Not only does the vocal melody in this duet flow phenomenally, the lyrics are also absolutely perfect and this song stood out as a personal favorite for me from this album.
“What’s Wrong With Me” is the fourth track from When Dreams End and within it, I found a certain intensity as St. John reflects on lost dreams and his lack of understanding on his shortcomings. I felt a certain desperation within this song, too, and I think this is something anyone can relate to throughout their lives. The title track from the album, “When Dreams End”, follows and I understand why Chris St. John chose this song to lend its name to the album. Although the tone in this song does not initially feel like it, throughout the song we hear about Chris St. John’s return to spirituality and the song truly ends on an uplifting note. Sixth from the album is “Her Name Was Lilly”, a very unique track as it features St. John singing a Spanish-language chorus. This track is based on the experiences that St. John went through during his mission trips to the country of El Salvador and “the beauty [he] found in the people and the country”. I also really enjoyed the richly textured instrumental in this one; it really helps to bring out the lyrics and really makes this song one of the album’s heavy hitters.
“These Curves” is the penultimate song from When Dreams End and it again shows us a softer and tender side to Chris St. John. This song feels like a kind of story or internal reflection that St. John is going through and it again feels like an honest experience that you know is coming from St. John’s heart. “Bitter Tears” closes the album out on a sad but deeply relatable note as this song is about a long-term relationship coming to an end. Most of us have gone through such heartbreak and I feel like Chris St. John captures those emotions beautifully; the guitar in this song perfectly accents the emotions shared by his vocals and lyrics. “Bitter Tears” really ends things on an emotional note and it leaves the kind of impact that will make you want to return to this album for another listen.
When Dreams End is a great album that has many genres coming together to make the album special; there are mixes of Country, Folk, Rock and many other elements at play here that give this album a truly unique sound. The production on this album, completed by Musik and Film’s Stephen Wrench, is phenomenal as well, truly building on the emotions and experience that Chris St. John is sharing with his compositions. St. John’s lyrics are also outstanding and each song plays well with the way the instrumentals are written to paint a complete picture each time.
I imagine you all will like this album a lot so make sure you check out Chris St. John’s music and social media. You can keep up with Chris St. John through Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and his website (where you can also buy his merch). You can also find his music on YouTube and SoundCloud. We have When Dreams End embedded below!
Which CoastOctober 18th, 2022 When Dreams End starts off with “Lost Without Your Love”. This song is slow, tender and very crisp, providing a very heartfelt and honest listening experience while setting the stage for the rest of the album brilliantly. The second track is “Oh Papa”, a song about St. John losing his father - a relatable message for anyone who has lost a parent - and I was deeply impressed by how St. John is able to surround such a tragedy with such artistry; this song truly lets the listener know they are not alone in the pain they are feeling through their loss. “No More One Mores” is third and, wow, what a special song. Not only does the vocal melody in this duet flow phenomenally, the lyrics are also absolutely perfect and this song stood out as a personal favorite for me from this album.
“What’s Wrong With Me” is the fourth track from When Dreams End and within it, I found a certain intensity as St. John reflects on lost dreams and his lack of understanding on his shortcomings. I felt a certain desperation within this song, too, and I think this is something anyone can relate to throughout their lives. The title track from the album, “When Dreams End”, follows and I understand why Chris St. John chose this song to lend its name to the album. Although the tone in this song does not initially feel like it, throughout the song we hear about Chris St. John’s return to spirituality and the song truly ends on an uplifting note. Sixth from the album is “Her Name Was Lilly”, a very unique track as it features St. John singing a Spanish-language chorus. This track is based on the experiences that St. John went through during his mission trips to the country of El Salvador and “the beauty [he] found in the people and the country”. I also really enjoyed the richly textured instrumental in this one; it really helps to bring out the lyrics and really makes this song one of the album’s heavy hitters.
“These Curves” is the penultimate song from When Dreams End and it again shows us a softer and tender side to Chris St. John. This song feels like a kind of story or internal reflection that St. John is going through and it again feels like an honest experience that you know is coming from St. John’s heart. “Bitter Tears” closes the album out on a sad but deeply relatable note as this song is about a long-term relationship coming to an end. Most of us have gone through such heartbreak and I feel like Chris St. John captures those emotions beautifully; the guitar in this song perfectly accents the emotions shared by his vocals and lyrics. “Bitter Tears” really ends things on an emotional note and it leaves the kind of impact that will make you want to return to this album for another listen.
When Dreams End is a great album that has many genres coming together to make the album special; there are mixes of Country, Folk, Rock and many other elements at play here that give this album a truly unique sound. The production on this album, completed by Musik and Film’s Stephen Wrench, is phenomenal as well, truly building on the emotions and experience that Chris St. John is sharing with his compositions. St. John’s lyrics are also outstanding and each song plays well with the way the instrumentals are written to paint a complete picture each time.
I imagine you all will like this album a lot so make sure you check out Chris St. John’s music and social media. You can keep up with Chris St. John through Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and his website (where you can also buy his merch). You can also find his music on YouTube and SoundCloud. We have When Dreams End embedded below!
American singer-songwriter Chris St. John can be proud of his new full-length album 'When Dreams End'. These record fully reflected his talent as a musician, singer and songwriter.
The album 'When Dreams End' consists of eight tracks that form a colorful picture of the involved musical styles and capture every movement of the artist's soul. Chris St. John's velvet vocals sound in front of us: sad, dreamy, soft, courageous, and together we perceive his every word, written with love and sincerity inherent in this author.
The album's tracklist gives us a lot of positive emotions and reveals the depth of human life in all its diversity. A new work from Chris St. John is a true masterpiece of song art that is worthy of attention of all music lovers who love melodic songs with meaning.
Listen to the album 'When Dreams End' below on Spotify and enjoy the new record from Chris St. John and his brilliant talent.
Indie Dock Music BlogOctober, 2022 The album 'When Dreams End' consists of eight tracks that form a colorful picture of the involved musical styles and capture every movement of the artist's soul. Chris St. John's velvet vocals sound in front of us: sad, dreamy, soft, courageous, and together we perceive his every word, written with love and sincerity inherent in this author.
The album's tracklist gives us a lot of positive emotions and reveals the depth of human life in all its diversity. A new work from Chris St. John is a true masterpiece of song art that is worthy of attention of all music lovers who love melodic songs with meaning.
Listen to the album 'When Dreams End' below on Spotify and enjoy the new record from Chris St. John and his brilliant talent.
I enjoy cooking shows - it's a guilty pleasure of mine. It seems like aspects of celebrity chefs and their lexicon are increasingly creeping into popular culture - one such term is "umami." Which ends up being a catch-all term for "extra taste" or "that special something that no one can really define, yet we can all sense it's there" (come to think of it, maybe "umami" is a more useful word than I originally thought). It's yet another way of stating: "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Many songs also have an "umami" quality - I often think of Calexico/Iron and Wine's "He Lays in the Reins" or Billy Idol's "Eyes Without a Face." Well, we can add another catchy/lovely tune to this list, and it's Chris S. John's song: "Lost Without Your Love," (the Grammy folks agree with me as the song has received a nomination) - a hauntingly sentimental love ballad with an equally beautiful music video (see below).
"Lost Without Your Love" is from Mr. St. John's newest LP "When Dreams End," which if I'm correct, was recorded in Nashville with some pretty impressive lifting on the part of session musicians and production. Of course, Chris is holding his own as the frontman of his eponymous act.
Current Music ThoughtsOctober, 2022 Many songs also have an "umami" quality - I often think of Calexico/Iron and Wine's "He Lays in the Reins" or Billy Idol's "Eyes Without a Face." Well, we can add another catchy/lovely tune to this list, and it's Chris S. John's song: "Lost Without Your Love," (the Grammy folks agree with me as the song has received a nomination) - a hauntingly sentimental love ballad with an equally beautiful music video (see below).
"Lost Without Your Love" is from Mr. St. John's newest LP "When Dreams End," which if I'm correct, was recorded in Nashville with some pretty impressive lifting on the part of session musicians and production. Of course, Chris is holding his own as the frontman of his eponymous act.
Jukebox Mind is today featuring artist Chris St John’s latest LP. It is titled When Dreams End and is a scintillating LP with exquisite tonality. The LP comprises tracks titled Lost Without Your Love, No More One Mores, These Curves and many more splendid songs. The album starts with Lost Without Your Love which is a sublime song with evocative vocals. Chris totally captivates us with his surreal vocals. The lyricism is deep and impactful that blends well with the intriguing tonality of the song. No More One Mores has a breathtaking intro and wonderful lyrics. The arrangement is structured in a creative manner to bring forth the sonic variety of this phenomenal composition.
Overall, we were impressed by the brilliant melodic tones that the artist has utilized in the album. And therefore, Jukebox Mind highly recommends When Dreams End.
The album is produced by renowned artist and producer Stephen Wrench and is now streaming on Spotify.
Jukebox MindSeptember 2022 Overall, we were impressed by the brilliant melodic tones that the artist has utilized in the album. And therefore, Jukebox Mind highly recommends When Dreams End.
The album is produced by renowned artist and producer Stephen Wrench and is now streaming on Spotify.
From the EP of the same name, When Dreams End showcases the moving and thoughtful songwriting and performance style of country folk artist Chris St John on a bright yet refreshingly honest high.
Beginning with delicacy of set-up and intention, the song evolves through multiple layers of organic instrumental warmth, and slowly increases the presence of these poetic and personal ideas in equal parts.
Ultimately a story of longing, adoration and connection, When Dreams End floats through as largely optimistic, standing tall on positivity and hope, but arrives with just a hint of melancholy and uncertainty to help reinforce the need for those qualities.
Mentions of the crazy world and of sin pierce through an otherwise colourful soundscape in a relatable way, and afterwards the song goes on to resolve beautifully – leaving the listener feeling contemplative yet capable of handling whatever tomorrow brings.
Stereo StickmanSeptember 2022 Beginning with delicacy of set-up and intention, the song evolves through multiple layers of organic instrumental warmth, and slowly increases the presence of these poetic and personal ideas in equal parts.
Ultimately a story of longing, adoration and connection, When Dreams End floats through as largely optimistic, standing tall on positivity and hope, but arrives with just a hint of melancholy and uncertainty to help reinforce the need for those qualities.
Mentions of the crazy world and of sin pierce through an otherwise colourful soundscape in a relatable way, and afterwards the song goes on to resolve beautifully – leaving the listener feeling contemplative yet capable of handling whatever tomorrow brings.
Wenn es um musikalische Höchstleistung geht, könnte man Chris St. John als ultimatives Beispiel rannehmen. So hat der Künstler-, welche bereits 4 Charterfolge verbuchen konnte-, in der Zeitspanne von einem Jahr gleich drei Alben geschrieben und aufgenommen: I’m Dreaming (2021), Fly Away (2022) und nun sein neustes Werk When Dreams End. Das am 2. Oktober veröffentlicht wird. Hierbei muss man die Mentalität dieses Mannes nur loben, der nicht möchte, dass Menschen für Downloadmusik bezahlen und auch wenn er Tonträger und Merchandising verkauft, möchte er nicht das Menschen für seine digitale Musik bezahlen müssen und gibt diese zum kostenlosen Download Frei ,,Ich möchte das die Menschen meine Musik hören und diese genießen“ – Chris St. John.
Am Anfang stand bei When Dreams End ein Entstehungsprozess, der mit einer Single seine Grundsteinlegung erfuhr-, hieraus wurde schnell eine EP und kurz darauf eine LP. Laut eigenen Angaben erinnert sich Chris St. John wie folgt an diesen Umstand ,,ich habe gerade an einer Single gearbeitet und schon sind mir weitere Melodien und Songs in den Kopf geschossen-, also habe ich den Schreibprozess fortgesetzt. Es wurde alles zu einem Fluss des Prozesses und irgendwie wurde das-, was als Single geplant war, der Titeltrack des späteren Albums When Dreams End. Zeitgleich habe ich die Single Lost Without Your Love geschrieben. Ich habe meine Baritongitarre in die Hand genommen und Lost Without Your Love war geboren“ Hierbei handelt es sich um einen einfachen, aber dennoch effektiven Lovesong, welcher davon handelt, wie verletzlich wir uns machen, wenn wir anderen unser Herz öffnen. Wenn wir uns verlieben und das kennt doch eigentlich jeder Mensch, ist das Risiko groß, dass wir einem bestimmten Schmerz zum Opferfallen. Der Song handelt über das Loslassen-, aber auch darum welche Erfüllung eine echte-, romantische Beziehung bringen kann“.
Das Vielschichtige Album When Dreams End beinhaltet neben der Single Her Name Was Lily auf welchem Chris im Background den Refrain in spanischer Sprache singt. ,,Ich habe diesen Song auf einer Mission nach El Salvador geschrieben und er wurde von der Schönheit welche ich in den Menschen dort gesehen habe- und natürlich über die Schönheit des Landes“ Gibt Chris zu Protokoll. Mit Oh Papa hat Chris St. John einen Song geschrieben, der von jedem sofort verstanden wird, der seinen Vater verloren hat. When Dreams End ist ein Song der davon handelt, seinen Weg zur Unschuld und Spiritualität zufinden. Mit Bitter Tears liefert Chris St. John dann einen sehr persönlichen Song, welcher davon handelt, dass seine Großmutter seinem Onkel beigebracht hatte, dass er die Dinge die er hat zu schätzen wissen sollte, denn alles im Leben ist verfänglich und wir werden mit Tränen zurückgelassen. ,,Ich liebte ihren Ausdruck, Tränen der Bitterkeit und ich werde es nie vergessen“ Als ich Bitter Tears geschrieben habe, spendete dies mir Trost, aber auch Freude, denn es war so, als würde ich immer noch Zeit mit meinen liebsten verbringe, welche leider nicht mehr unter uns weilen, ich besuche Sie quasi in meinen Erinnerungen, hierbei schütte ich mein Herz aus mithilfe der Musik und Poesie. Ich habe keine Zweifel, dass meine (verschiedenen) Lieben mir zuhören, wenn ich Singe“
When Dreams End umfasst 8 Songs, welche zwar eine musikalische Gemeinsamkeit besitzen, eine gemeinsame DNA sozusagen, aber tatsächlich verschiedene Genres in ihrem Sound vereinen. Hierbei folgt Chris St. John nicht irgendwelchen Regeln oder Formeln-, sondern drückt sich mit Hilfe der schönsten Sprache der Welt aus – Der Musik. St. John hatte vier Nummer eins Hits in der Wertung der offiziellen Welt-, und Indie Charts und hatte mehrere Top Ten Hits ,,Ich bin sehr froh darüber, das die Menschen meine Botschaften und meine Musik mögen und ich hoffe, dass ihnen das neue Album ebenfalls gefallen wird“ sagt Chris St. John
Excess MagazineSeptember 2022 Am Anfang stand bei When Dreams End ein Entstehungsprozess, der mit einer Single seine Grundsteinlegung erfuhr-, hieraus wurde schnell eine EP und kurz darauf eine LP. Laut eigenen Angaben erinnert sich Chris St. John wie folgt an diesen Umstand ,,ich habe gerade an einer Single gearbeitet und schon sind mir weitere Melodien und Songs in den Kopf geschossen-, also habe ich den Schreibprozess fortgesetzt. Es wurde alles zu einem Fluss des Prozesses und irgendwie wurde das-, was als Single geplant war, der Titeltrack des späteren Albums When Dreams End. Zeitgleich habe ich die Single Lost Without Your Love geschrieben. Ich habe meine Baritongitarre in die Hand genommen und Lost Without Your Love war geboren“ Hierbei handelt es sich um einen einfachen, aber dennoch effektiven Lovesong, welcher davon handelt, wie verletzlich wir uns machen, wenn wir anderen unser Herz öffnen. Wenn wir uns verlieben und das kennt doch eigentlich jeder Mensch, ist das Risiko groß, dass wir einem bestimmten Schmerz zum Opferfallen. Der Song handelt über das Loslassen-, aber auch darum welche Erfüllung eine echte-, romantische Beziehung bringen kann“.
Das Vielschichtige Album When Dreams End beinhaltet neben der Single Her Name Was Lily auf welchem Chris im Background den Refrain in spanischer Sprache singt. ,,Ich habe diesen Song auf einer Mission nach El Salvador geschrieben und er wurde von der Schönheit welche ich in den Menschen dort gesehen habe- und natürlich über die Schönheit des Landes“ Gibt Chris zu Protokoll. Mit Oh Papa hat Chris St. John einen Song geschrieben, der von jedem sofort verstanden wird, der seinen Vater verloren hat. When Dreams End ist ein Song der davon handelt, seinen Weg zur Unschuld und Spiritualität zufinden. Mit Bitter Tears liefert Chris St. John dann einen sehr persönlichen Song, welcher davon handelt, dass seine Großmutter seinem Onkel beigebracht hatte, dass er die Dinge die er hat zu schätzen wissen sollte, denn alles im Leben ist verfänglich und wir werden mit Tränen zurückgelassen. ,,Ich liebte ihren Ausdruck, Tränen der Bitterkeit und ich werde es nie vergessen“ Als ich Bitter Tears geschrieben habe, spendete dies mir Trost, aber auch Freude, denn es war so, als würde ich immer noch Zeit mit meinen liebsten verbringe, welche leider nicht mehr unter uns weilen, ich besuche Sie quasi in meinen Erinnerungen, hierbei schütte ich mein Herz aus mithilfe der Musik und Poesie. Ich habe keine Zweifel, dass meine (verschiedenen) Lieben mir zuhören, wenn ich Singe“
When Dreams End umfasst 8 Songs, welche zwar eine musikalische Gemeinsamkeit besitzen, eine gemeinsame DNA sozusagen, aber tatsächlich verschiedene Genres in ihrem Sound vereinen. Hierbei folgt Chris St. John nicht irgendwelchen Regeln oder Formeln-, sondern drückt sich mit Hilfe der schönsten Sprache der Welt aus – Der Musik. St. John hatte vier Nummer eins Hits in der Wertung der offiziellen Welt-, und Indie Charts und hatte mehrere Top Ten Hits ,,Ich bin sehr froh darüber, das die Menschen meine Botschaften und meine Musik mögen und ich hoffe, dass ihnen das neue Album ebenfalls gefallen wird“ sagt Chris St. John
Chris St John is a singer/songwriter and guitarist who made his professional solo recording debut in 2021 with the album “Fly Away.” That record introduced a talented lifelong musician who decided on a whim to put his music to tape on a fluke. That whim launched a successful music career which has already garnered a Grammy nomination and multiple chart-topping hits.
Growing up in Long Island, Chris St John was influenced early on by the classic rock/pop of bands like the Beatles, the psychedelic mountain music of the Grateful Dead and iconic country artists like Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash. As an adult, he continued to play guitar and write songs. However, a career in music remained a silent dream.
Now a world traveler and philanthropist, Chris was working a cattle run in Wyoming when inspired to write and record a song. That spawned a whirlwind of creativity which has produced two albums in as many years, with a third on the way.
“Lost Without Your Love” is the debut single and lead-off track from Chris St John’s latest album When Dreams End, available worldwide via all major streaming services. The track is a beautiful downtempo americana torch song. Electric, acoustic and steel guitars paint an ethereal country-tinged soundscape as the singer sings of the insecurity and desperation of love. It’s a love he needs and wants, but it scares him.
Through the eight tracks on When Dreams End, Chris St John navigates the memories, heartaches and joys of life. From the loss of a loved one (“Oh Papa”) to melancholy introspection of the title track, Chris taps into the universal truths and emotions unique to the human experience. His music has struck a chord with fans and caught the attention of the industry. “Lost Without Your Love” has topped indie charts around the world, and has now been nominated for a Grammy.
Check out the “Lost Without your Love” video below. You can also hear the song on the Deep Indie Songwriters playlist, or listen on your favorite streaming service. follow the links below to connect with Chris St John. Get on his socials and join him on this exciting new phase of his musical journey.
The Static DiveSeptember 2022 Growing up in Long Island, Chris St John was influenced early on by the classic rock/pop of bands like the Beatles, the psychedelic mountain music of the Grateful Dead and iconic country artists like Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash. As an adult, he continued to play guitar and write songs. However, a career in music remained a silent dream.
Now a world traveler and philanthropist, Chris was working a cattle run in Wyoming when inspired to write and record a song. That spawned a whirlwind of creativity which has produced two albums in as many years, with a third on the way.
“Lost Without Your Love” is the debut single and lead-off track from Chris St John’s latest album When Dreams End, available worldwide via all major streaming services. The track is a beautiful downtempo americana torch song. Electric, acoustic and steel guitars paint an ethereal country-tinged soundscape as the singer sings of the insecurity and desperation of love. It’s a love he needs and wants, but it scares him.
Through the eight tracks on When Dreams End, Chris St John navigates the memories, heartaches and joys of life. From the loss of a loved one (“Oh Papa”) to melancholy introspection of the title track, Chris taps into the universal truths and emotions unique to the human experience. His music has struck a chord with fans and caught the attention of the industry. “Lost Without Your Love” has topped indie charts around the world, and has now been nominated for a Grammy.
Check out the “Lost Without your Love” video below. You can also hear the song on the Deep Indie Songwriters playlist, or listen on your favorite streaming service. follow the links below to connect with Chris St John. Get on his socials and join him on this exciting new phase of his musical journey.
If there was a way to jump into a bigger market and set himself in a great position that’s clear with al LP like ”When Dreams End”
The talented artist Chris St John deserves our Artist Spotlight!
His music is positive, empowering, cheerful, full of love and a blessing to our ears! Now he is back with new music and I’m up for it!
Apart from the great lyrics I have a lot to say about these hits. First Chris St John’s voice here is wonderful, to say the least, his voice is so comfortable to listen to, feels warm and familiar. Ahead of that, I love how much work there is into creating this video, not only his whole visual covers are always flawless, he is proving that you only need your inspiration and a bit of imagination to create something interesting that engages with the audience properly.
The verses are genius, he breaks the tempo of the song and offers a different type of sound, making him one of my favourite artists. I simply kept listening and listening without even thinking about it.
But who is he?
Chris St John has been prolific, having written 3 LPs in just over a year – I’m Dreaming in 2021, and Fly Away,released in early 2022.
Now he has announced the release of When Dreams End, available on all major music platforms September 2, 2022. Although Chris will have CDs and merchandise for sale on his website www.chrisstjohn.com, he isgenerously offering free digital downloads for fans. “I don’t want people to pay for a digital download. I want people to listen to and enjoy my music,” said St. John. “This album started as a single, turned into an EP, and then became an LP. I was working on one single, but other melodies and songs came into my head, so I kept writing. It all became a cohesive body of work, and somehow what was intended to be the single became the title track to the album When Dreams End. I wrote the actual single “Lost Without Your Love”, just in time to record.
St John has had 4 number one hits on the World and European Indie charts, and several other top ten hits. “I’m just glad people like what I have to say,” said St John. “I hope they like the new LP.”
The album was cut at Darkhorse and Sound Emporium studios in Nashville, with some of Music City’s most renowned session musicians. The album is produced by renowned artist and producer Stephen Wrench.
The whole composition of each song is spotless, the LP is quite easy to engage with and the whole writing of the singles is perfectly crafted from 0 to a professional final product that I hope thousands of people relate to as I did.
Fer Rivero MusicSeptember 2022 The talented artist Chris St John deserves our Artist Spotlight!
His music is positive, empowering, cheerful, full of love and a blessing to our ears! Now he is back with new music and I’m up for it!
Apart from the great lyrics I have a lot to say about these hits. First Chris St John’s voice here is wonderful, to say the least, his voice is so comfortable to listen to, feels warm and familiar. Ahead of that, I love how much work there is into creating this video, not only his whole visual covers are always flawless, he is proving that you only need your inspiration and a bit of imagination to create something interesting that engages with the audience properly.
The verses are genius, he breaks the tempo of the song and offers a different type of sound, making him one of my favourite artists. I simply kept listening and listening without even thinking about it.
But who is he?
Chris St John has been prolific, having written 3 LPs in just over a year – I’m Dreaming in 2021, and Fly Away,released in early 2022.
Now he has announced the release of When Dreams End, available on all major music platforms September 2, 2022. Although Chris will have CDs and merchandise for sale on his website www.chrisstjohn.com, he isgenerously offering free digital downloads for fans. “I don’t want people to pay for a digital download. I want people to listen to and enjoy my music,” said St. John. “This album started as a single, turned into an EP, and then became an LP. I was working on one single, but other melodies and songs came into my head, so I kept writing. It all became a cohesive body of work, and somehow what was intended to be the single became the title track to the album When Dreams End. I wrote the actual single “Lost Without Your Love”, just in time to record.
St John has had 4 number one hits on the World and European Indie charts, and several other top ten hits. “I’m just glad people like what I have to say,” said St John. “I hope they like the new LP.”
The album was cut at Darkhorse and Sound Emporium studios in Nashville, with some of Music City’s most renowned session musicians. The album is produced by renowned artist and producer Stephen Wrench.
The whole composition of each song is spotless, the LP is quite easy to engage with and the whole writing of the singles is perfectly crafted from 0 to a professional final product that I hope thousands of people relate to as I did.
In this first post Iwill be sharing a review on the song “When Dreams End” by Chris St. John (Folk Country Pop)
This song has a very calm intro with a lovely melody. It starts with intro lyrics expressing about a dream and what to do. I admire the fact that the St John is very open and vulnerable. The intro din’t catch my attention right away but further into the song the lyrics became more catchy. specifically the part where he says: “…and if I ever find my way back to you, I’ll hold you close, I’ll make it right, I’m gonna love you.”
He continues about finding his way back to his dream and how it would look like. I really like the cadence and colour of this song. The harmony in the background adds warmth and timbre to the song. It adds to the wholesome meaning of the song and it gets you going.
The second part was unexpected the intro didn’t have the same tone to the rest of the song it was in a different key and sounded less upbeat. The second part was very much needed the last few words “But I never dream I’d lose someone like you” gave closure to what he’s been saying in the song “And if I ever find my way back to you, I’ll hold you close I’ll make it right I’m gonna love you.”
The song reminds me of songs I’d hear on the radio in someone’s car, I can see this song doing well in the winter months leading up to Christmas.
I really enjoyed listening to this song it was very relaxing and perfect for a nice hot coco at night.
Thank you for checking out my first post I am so happy I got too share my views on this song.
Stay tuned for more!
Love – Ralitsa
Soul & TimeSeptember 2022 He continues about finding his way back to his dream and how it would look like. I really like the cadence and colour of this song. The harmony in the background adds warmth and timbre to the song. It adds to the wholesome meaning of the song and it gets you going.
The second part was unexpected the intro didn’t have the same tone to the rest of the song it was in a different key and sounded less upbeat. The second part was very much needed the last few words “But I never dream I’d lose someone like you” gave closure to what he’s been saying in the song “And if I ever find my way back to you, I’ll hold you close I’ll make it right I’m gonna love you.”
The song reminds me of songs I’d hear on the radio in someone’s car, I can see this song doing well in the winter months leading up to Christmas.
I really enjoyed listening to this song it was very relaxing and perfect for a nice hot coco at night.
Thank you for checking out my first post I am so happy I got too share my views on this song.
Stay tuned for more!
Love – Ralitsa
Chris St John Delivers Heartfelt Emotion on “When Dreams End”
Songwriter, guitarist and vocalist Chris St John is back again with his latest album “When Dreams End.” He’s been climbing many charts with the success of his catchy and earnest singles and looks to continue with his latest release that he recorded in Nashville with producer Stephen Wrench.
The album’s writing process started as just a single, then evolved into an EP, and ultimately an LP, a journey that showcases Chris St John’s prolific songwriting nature and how he’s able to pour his heart out to create a full body of work in no time.
The album opens with “Lost Without Your Love,” a stringed and emotional arrangement that is both hopeless and romantic, eliciting feelings that are deep and tender. The song is about the vulnerability one feels when exposing your heart and how letting go of fear leads to true romantic love. Chris St John’s vocals are warm and clear, giving a sense of comfort to the listener. The guitars wouldn’t be out of place in a classic Country track, from Western-style solos to boot-tapping rhythms. The opener really sets the mood and tone to what this album is going to be.
The second track “Oh Papa” begins mysteriously with momentous guitar strumming as drum and bass slowly enter the picture to create a larger than life sound. The musicianship is top notch here and the lyrics tell a story that is relatable for anyone who has lost a father. The guitar solos are exquisite and takes the song to the next level. “No More One Mores” is a sincere tale about living in the moment and not focusing much on the past or future. This piano ballad’s main treats are the story and the great supporting vocals.
Overall, “When Dreams End” is a unique and diverse album, featuring clean production by Stephen Wrench and superb musicianship by Nashville’s most renowned session musicians. Chris St John continues his journey of songwriting which will no doubt touch the heartstrings of all who hear his songs. To stay up to date with all things Chris, check him out on his website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Enter the VentureSeptember 2022 The album’s writing process started as just a single, then evolved into an EP, and ultimately an LP, a journey that showcases Chris St John’s prolific songwriting nature and how he’s able to pour his heart out to create a full body of work in no time.
The album opens with “Lost Without Your Love,” a stringed and emotional arrangement that is both hopeless and romantic, eliciting feelings that are deep and tender. The song is about the vulnerability one feels when exposing your heart and how letting go of fear leads to true romantic love. Chris St John’s vocals are warm and clear, giving a sense of comfort to the listener. The guitars wouldn’t be out of place in a classic Country track, from Western-style solos to boot-tapping rhythms. The opener really sets the mood and tone to what this album is going to be.
The second track “Oh Papa” begins mysteriously with momentous guitar strumming as drum and bass slowly enter the picture to create a larger than life sound. The musicianship is top notch here and the lyrics tell a story that is relatable for anyone who has lost a father. The guitar solos are exquisite and takes the song to the next level. “No More One Mores” is a sincere tale about living in the moment and not focusing much on the past or future. This piano ballad’s main treats are the story and the great supporting vocals.
Overall, “When Dreams End” is a unique and diverse album, featuring clean production by Stephen Wrench and superb musicianship by Nashville’s most renowned session musicians. Chris St John continues his journey of songwriting which will no doubt touch the heartstrings of all who hear his songs. To stay up to date with all things Chris, check him out on his website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Join the musical ballad with the prolific musician Chris St. John. He is reaching out to a large number of audiences with his brilliant pieces of music. He is all set to release his latest LP, named ‘When Dreams End’. It has eight significant and variant kinds of soundtracks. All the song has different kind of elements which is making all of them diverse from each other. Some tracks from the LP are ‘Bitter Tears’, ‘Her Name was Lily’, and ‘Lost Without Your Love’. He is an independent artist, who solely creates, sings, and produces all the soundscapes.
The LP is going to release on major music streaming platforms on the 2nd of September and this announcement has already created a buzz among all the music enthusiasts. This artist has gained so much attention for his excellent creations. His flawless deliverance along with the hooky music and well-versed lyricism has made all of his crafts different than all. Chris St. John is accumulating more listeners with each new release. Some of his exemplary creations are ‘Fly Away’, ‘Hold On’, ‘Look For Me’, and ‘Missing You’. His songs are available on SoundCloud and YouTube. To get more updates ‘When Dreams End’, follow him on his website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Daily Music RollAugust 25th, 2022 The LP is going to release on major music streaming platforms on the 2nd of September and this announcement has already created a buzz among all the music enthusiasts. This artist has gained so much attention for his excellent creations. His flawless deliverance along with the hooky music and well-versed lyricism has made all of his crafts different than all. Chris St. John is accumulating more listeners with each new release. Some of his exemplary creations are ‘Fly Away’, ‘Hold On’, ‘Look For Me’, and ‘Missing You’. His songs are available on SoundCloud and YouTube. To get more updates ‘When Dreams End’, follow him on his website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Emotional Dynamite: “When Dreams End” by Chris St John
On September 2, Chris St John will release an emotionally charged time bomb called “When Dreams End.” The most recent project by the songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist is the hottest in terms of love, heartbreak, and loss.
With that stated, Chris St John drops a large-scale project into the audience’s ears, complete with world-class music, iconic vocals, and meaningful lyrics.
01) “Lost Without Your Love.” How to Get Your Ex Back: “Lost Without Your Love” is a powerful song to listen to when you miss your ex and want them back in your life.
So, if you made a mistake and caused your partner to leave, send this track to them immediately.
02) “Oh Papa.” You’ll Need a Moment: “Oh Papa” is a deep, expressive tune dedicated to Chris St. John’s father.
The upbeat music creates a unique backdrop for the profound lyrics about loss and remembrance.
03) “No More One Mores.” The One Who Got Away: Throughout “No More One Mores,” gorgeous female vocals appear and reappear.
The song is about a beautiful relationship that has come to an end.
04) “What’s Wrong with Me.” A Billion-Dollar Question: “What’s Wrong with Me” is a track with cross-over appeal.
The lyrics are soul-stirring, and the music is incredibly catchy.
05) “When Dreams End.” “When Dreams End” starts nice and slow, and the production switches things up when the drums kick in.
Beyond that, the vocal performance is outstanding.
06) “Her Name Was Lilly.” Give Him a Grammy: “Her Name Was Lilly” is a slow-to-midtempo track.
The chorus is catchy and smooth.
However, it doesn’t end there. When the singer sings in another language, he elevates the song to a higher level.
07) “These Curves.” Too Hot to Handle: “These Curves” is a slow-burning coming-of-age song about young love.
And it’s dominated by excellent guitar work and powerful drumming.
08) “Bitter Tears.” I Hope You’ve Got Flood Insurance: Lock the door and go to a quiet place because the lyrics and vocals in “Bitter Tears” will have tears falling down your face like rain from a hurricane.
That said, you should have four rolls of paper towels or Kleenex tissue on hand.
Now is the time to listen to “When Dreams End.”
JAW DROPPING RADIOAUGUST 24TH, 2022 On September 2, Chris St John will release an emotionally charged time bomb called “When Dreams End.” The most recent project by the songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist is the hottest in terms of love, heartbreak, and loss.
With that stated, Chris St John drops a large-scale project into the audience’s ears, complete with world-class music, iconic vocals, and meaningful lyrics.
01) “Lost Without Your Love.” How to Get Your Ex Back: “Lost Without Your Love” is a powerful song to listen to when you miss your ex and want them back in your life.
So, if you made a mistake and caused your partner to leave, send this track to them immediately.
02) “Oh Papa.” You’ll Need a Moment: “Oh Papa” is a deep, expressive tune dedicated to Chris St. John’s father.
The upbeat music creates a unique backdrop for the profound lyrics about loss and remembrance.
03) “No More One Mores.” The One Who Got Away: Throughout “No More One Mores,” gorgeous female vocals appear and reappear.
The song is about a beautiful relationship that has come to an end.
04) “What’s Wrong with Me.” A Billion-Dollar Question: “What’s Wrong with Me” is a track with cross-over appeal.
The lyrics are soul-stirring, and the music is incredibly catchy.
05) “When Dreams End.” “When Dreams End” starts nice and slow, and the production switches things up when the drums kick in.
Beyond that, the vocal performance is outstanding.
06) “Her Name Was Lilly.” Give Him a Grammy: “Her Name Was Lilly” is a slow-to-midtempo track.
The chorus is catchy and smooth.
However, it doesn’t end there. When the singer sings in another language, he elevates the song to a higher level.
07) “These Curves.” Too Hot to Handle: “These Curves” is a slow-burning coming-of-age song about young love.
And it’s dominated by excellent guitar work and powerful drumming.
08) “Bitter Tears.” I Hope You’ve Got Flood Insurance: Lock the door and go to a quiet place because the lyrics and vocals in “Bitter Tears” will have tears falling down your face like rain from a hurricane.
That said, you should have four rolls of paper towels or Kleenex tissue on hand.
Now is the time to listen to “When Dreams End.”
Emerging artist Chris St. John is proud to announce the release of “When Dreams End”, his third LP, available on all major music platforms September 2, 2022. Although Chris will have CDs and merchandise for sale on his website www.chrisstjohn.com he is also generously offering free digital downloads for fans. “I don’t want people to pay for a digital download. I want people to listen to and enjoy my music,” said St. John.
“When Dreams End” is a unique and diverse album, showcasing Chris’ ever-expanding talents as a songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist. The album includes a Latin flavored love song entitled “Her Name was Lily”, with Chris Singing the chorus in Spanish. “I wrote the song based on my mission trips to El Salvador and the beauty I found in the people and the country,” said Chris.
The album also includes the soon to be released single “Lost Without your Love”, a dreamy song about the vulnerability of falling in love, “Oh Papa”, a song which will be universally understood by anyone who has lost a father, “Bitter Tears”, a song about the aftermath of a long term relationship ending in break up, and “When Dreams End”, a song about finding your way back to innocence and spirituality. The album has 8 tracks, all unique, pulled from numerous genres and influences. “Some of the session players asked where I came up with my different chord changes and melodies. I just hear them and find them on the guitar, I said.” I don’t follow any rules or formulas. I just express myself,” he added.
St John has had 4 number one hits on the World and European Indie charts, and several other top ten hits. “I’m just glad people like what I have to say,” said St John. “I hope they like the new LP.”
The album was cut at Darkhorse and Sound Emporium studios in Nashville, with some of Music City’s most renowned session musicians. “It started as an EP, but I kept writing, so we made it an LP.”
The album is produced by renowned artist and producer Stephen Wrench at Musik and Film www.musikandfilm.com
Skope MagSeptember 2nd, 2022 “When Dreams End” is a unique and diverse album, showcasing Chris’ ever-expanding talents as a songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist. The album includes a Latin flavored love song entitled “Her Name was Lily”, with Chris Singing the chorus in Spanish. “I wrote the song based on my mission trips to El Salvador and the beauty I found in the people and the country,” said Chris.
The album also includes the soon to be released single “Lost Without your Love”, a dreamy song about the vulnerability of falling in love, “Oh Papa”, a song which will be universally understood by anyone who has lost a father, “Bitter Tears”, a song about the aftermath of a long term relationship ending in break up, and “When Dreams End”, a song about finding your way back to innocence and spirituality. The album has 8 tracks, all unique, pulled from numerous genres and influences. “Some of the session players asked where I came up with my different chord changes and melodies. I just hear them and find them on the guitar, I said.” I don’t follow any rules or formulas. I just express myself,” he added.
St John has had 4 number one hits on the World and European Indie charts, and several other top ten hits. “I’m just glad people like what I have to say,” said St John. “I hope they like the new LP.”
The album was cut at Darkhorse and Sound Emporium studios in Nashville, with some of Music City’s most renowned session musicians. “It started as an EP, but I kept writing, so we made it an LP.”
The album is produced by renowned artist and producer Stephen Wrench at Musik and Film www.musikandfilm.com
Chris St. John Releases Alluring ‘When Dreams End’
Featuring Grammy-nominated “Lost Without Your Love”
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Chris St. John releases his third full-length album, When Dreams End, an eight-track collection of songs reflecting a variety of genres and influences.
Chris St. John explains, “Some of the session players asked where I came up with my different chord changes and melodies. I just hear them and find them on the guitar, I said. I don’t follow any rules or formulas. I just express myself.”
Chris St. John has had four number one hits on the World and European Indie charts, and several other top ten hits. “I’m just glad people like what I have to say,” shares St John. “I hope they like the new LP.”
Along with CDs and merch for sale on his website, Chris is offering fans free digital downloads. Chris says, “I don’t want people to pay for a digital download. I want people to listen to and enjoy my music.”
Produced by celebrated artist and producer Stephen Wrench, the album was recorded at Darkhorse Sound Emporium studios in Nashville, and features Music City’s most prominent session musicians.
According to Chris, “It started as an EP, but I kept writing, so we made it an LP.”
When Dreams End begins with the Grammy-nominated “Lost Without Your Love,” a dreamy song about the helplessness of falling in love, which opens on delicious layers of creamy harmonics topped by Chris’ smooth, evocative voice. The feel and flow of the melody are softly gorgeous and full of quixotic savors.
Pop OffSeptember 2nd, 2022 Featuring Grammy-nominated “Lost Without Your Love”
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Chris St. John releases his third full-length album, When Dreams End, an eight-track collection of songs reflecting a variety of genres and influences.
Chris St. John explains, “Some of the session players asked where I came up with my different chord changes and melodies. I just hear them and find them on the guitar, I said. I don’t follow any rules or formulas. I just express myself.”
Chris St. John has had four number one hits on the World and European Indie charts, and several other top ten hits. “I’m just glad people like what I have to say,” shares St John. “I hope they like the new LP.”
Along with CDs and merch for sale on his website, Chris is offering fans free digital downloads. Chris says, “I don’t want people to pay for a digital download. I want people to listen to and enjoy my music.”
Produced by celebrated artist and producer Stephen Wrench, the album was recorded at Darkhorse Sound Emporium studios in Nashville, and features Music City’s most prominent session musicians.
According to Chris, “It started as an EP, but I kept writing, so we made it an LP.”
When Dreams End begins with the Grammy-nominated “Lost Without Your Love,” a dreamy song about the helplessness of falling in love, which opens on delicious layers of creamy harmonics topped by Chris’ smooth, evocative voice. The feel and flow of the melody are softly gorgeous and full of quixotic savors.
When Dreams End is the sort of album title that makes you think, well, okay, this isn’t going to be a cheerful ride. Chris St. John’s When Dreams End is more, however than just a reflective and heartbreaking group of songs. The Nashville-based singer/songwriter’s second album is as entertaining of a musical experience as what you will hear from anyone recording in Music City today. He’s drafted some of the best session musicians available today to help bring the album’s eight tracks to life and they pull it off without ever going overboard once. It is an effort that showcases the present as much as the past and that balance between a contemporary and traditional voice is another one of Chris St. John’s core strengths.
Melody is one of the biggest reasons why these songs work so well. The opener “Lost Without Your Love” focuses on its simple and heartfelt melody from the beginning with only minimal instrumental accompaniment providing color. Guitar carries the melody and remains prevalent throughout the album’s entirety. As fine as a first song as this is, the album doesn’t really reach its potential until the second track, “Oh Papa”.
The personal investment in the vocal is clear. It’s this added quality of something at stake, namely St. John’s peace of mind, that helps elevate the track. Another aspect of the song expanding its dimensions is the first real instance of orchestration on the album and it gives “Oh Papa” a dramatic depth it might have lacked otherwise. The welcoming timbre of St. John’s voice sweetens the song’s otherwise fraught lyrics without ever cheapening the track’s emotional content.
Melody Maker MagazineSeptember 2md, 2022 Melody is one of the biggest reasons why these songs work so well. The opener “Lost Without Your Love” focuses on its simple and heartfelt melody from the beginning with only minimal instrumental accompaniment providing color. Guitar carries the melody and remains prevalent throughout the album’s entirety. As fine as a first song as this is, the album doesn’t really reach its potential until the second track, “Oh Papa”.
The personal investment in the vocal is clear. It’s this added quality of something at stake, namely St. John’s peace of mind, that helps elevate the track. Another aspect of the song expanding its dimensions is the first real instance of orchestration on the album and it gives “Oh Papa” a dramatic depth it might have lacked otherwise. The welcoming timbre of St. John’s voice sweetens the song’s otherwise fraught lyrics without ever cheapening the track’s emotional content.
Chris St. John’s third full-length album in less than two years, When Dreams End, might mark the point when cooler heads advise the talented singer/songwriter to take a break and let his creative center replenish itself. It isn’t the case, however. The eight tracks included in the new collection are just as vibrant, lived-in, and full of melodic depth as their predecessors and there’s no hesitation in St. John’s songwriting approach – he’s tackling the same worthy subject matter with this album that he did with the first two.
It does fall into a bit of a trap, however, regarding its musical arrangements. There are slight tempo variations present during the course of the album but the majority of When Dreams End’s eight songs rely on essentially the same musical template with minor tweaks along the way. He leads with the single “Lost Without Your Love” and it is an outstanding musical and lyrical invocation of longing. He’s supplied with stylish, even elegant, accompaniment each step of the way and the spot-on development of the song makes this a near-flawless beginning.
“Oh Papa” raises the bar even higher. It’s a song that will cut deep for anyone who has experienced a complex relationship with their father, but it doesn’t serve up sentiments tied up with a neat little bow and trite would-be solutions aren’t available. It’s as honest as a heart attack and you really can’t expect anything more. St. John isn’t bashful about employing traditional Americana/country instrumentation such as fiddle and other staples/ The presence of strings in this track deepens the melancholy in the song’s heart.
Hollywood DigestSeptember 2md, 2022 It does fall into a bit of a trap, however, regarding its musical arrangements. There are slight tempo variations present during the course of the album but the majority of When Dreams End’s eight songs rely on essentially the same musical template with minor tweaks along the way. He leads with the single “Lost Without Your Love” and it is an outstanding musical and lyrical invocation of longing. He’s supplied with stylish, even elegant, accompaniment each step of the way and the spot-on development of the song makes this a near-flawless beginning.
“Oh Papa” raises the bar even higher. It’s a song that will cut deep for anyone who has experienced a complex relationship with their father, but it doesn’t serve up sentiments tied up with a neat little bow and trite would-be solutions aren’t available. It’s as honest as a heart attack and you really can’t expect anything more. St. John isn’t bashful about employing traditional Americana/country instrumentation such as fiddle and other staples/ The presence of strings in this track deepens the melancholy in the song’s heart.
When Dreams End is the third collection from Chris St. John and builds on the accomplishments of its two predecessors without ever breaking from the template he established with those prior songs. The same confidence heard on those previous albums has only increased here and St. John tackles the album’s eight songs with authoritative confidence, never strident, but warm and the unquestioned center of each performance. It is a pure pleasure to hear his voice placed within the musical settings we hear on When Dreams End; he sounds comfortable, and we recognize ourselves in steady hands from the outset.
The single and first song “Lost Without Your Love” may strike some listeners as an unusual choice for that spot. It’s a ballad and leading with such a track signal a clear identity that, once set, will be well-nigh impossible to shake. Soulful guitar flourishes pepper the track, but St. John and his collaborators are careful to never overload the song with such touches. “Oh Papa” further reinforces the musical vision that emerged with the first track. St. John is audibly comfortable with this confessional style of songwriting and the vulnerability never plunges into maudlin self-absorption. Pop trappings are a little more prominent with this song without ever sounding tacky.
“No More One Mores” shares the same musical fingerprints as its predecessor. The fiddle and piano give a rustic yet dignified spin to the song that will help it collar a wide audience, but those instruments aren’t useless affectations. Melody is in simple but abundant supply here and it gets under the listener’s skin fast. The album’s longest track, the title song, has arguably the strongest melody of the album’s eight songs and elicits St. John’s deepest vocal. He digs down for this one, but he’s also careful here, as elsewhere, to never overplay his hand.
Colin JordanSeptember 2nd, 2022 The single and first song “Lost Without Your Love” may strike some listeners as an unusual choice for that spot. It’s a ballad and leading with such a track signal a clear identity that, once set, will be well-nigh impossible to shake. Soulful guitar flourishes pepper the track, but St. John and his collaborators are careful to never overload the song with such touches. “Oh Papa” further reinforces the musical vision that emerged with the first track. St. John is audibly comfortable with this confessional style of songwriting and the vulnerability never plunges into maudlin self-absorption. Pop trappings are a little more prominent with this song without ever sounding tacky.
“No More One Mores” shares the same musical fingerprints as its predecessor. The fiddle and piano give a rustic yet dignified spin to the song that will help it collar a wide audience, but those instruments aren’t useless affectations. Melody is in simple but abundant supply here and it gets under the listener’s skin fast. The album’s longest track, the title song, has arguably the strongest melody of the album’s eight songs and elicits St. John’s deepest vocal. He digs down for this one, but he’s also careful here, as elsewhere, to never overplay his hand.
The third album release from Chris St. John, When Dreams End, features eight deeply felt songs that are a synthesis of various styles. Performers can easily stumble over this hybrid approach and produce disjointed hodgepodges without merit. That doesn’t happen here, however. Instead, Chris St. John’s eight songs invoke classical elements, country music, a smattering of blues, and even recurring shots of unadulterated rock that gives select moments a sharper bite.
The album title reflects the mood of the songs. It’s a downcast album. There’s affirmation, in the end, in the fact that these songs exist at all, but it’s hard to see song titles such as “Lost Without Your Love”, “What’s Wrong With Me”, and the title song, among others, without thinking this is a grim affair. The opener, “Lost Without Your Love”, brings listeners into the album’s musical world without any pretense. It establishes a template of guitar, acoustic and electric, bass, drums, and then elaborates from there. These elaborations rarely announce themselves from the outset.
Strings manifest themselves in a variety of ways over the course of this song. There is fiddle and strings with more classical overtones, but both approaches prove to be effective and appropriate. St. John’s performing and songwriting instincts are honed to a sharp edge. “Oh Papa” opens with a plaintive strum powered by his deliberate acoustic guitar and straightforward vocal melody. He incorporates added components as the song develops until “Oh Papa” achieves an impressive though understated stride. It is the most forceful musical moment in When Dreams End.
Another of the album highlights is the fourth track “What’s Wrong with Me?” and the warm yet slightly nasal quality of St. John’s voice never tests the listener’s patience. He has such immediate sincerity, you don’t have to wonder about his connection with the material, that you trust him from the first line each time out. The title song brings mixed blessings. It is one of the album’s most thoughtful moments, no small feat, but it’s also where a sense of sameness will start sinking in with some.
The relaxed amble of When Dreams End’s penultimate tune “These Curves” brings us closer to the album’s conclusion without surrendering the identity they’ve established so far. It’s emblematic of the quandary the album may present for some as you crave more variation but can’t help but concede that St. John does what he does exceptionally well. The finale “Bitter Tears” is certainly one of the album’s best tracks and relies on many of the same skills distinguishing earlier tracks. He does not take this final opportunity, however, to bust out in a new direction.
It has a flawless arrangement, however, and St. John’s voice weaves magic with his backing singers. He delivers a dependable and adult experience for listeners, but When Dreams End entertains listeners as well. St. John doesn’t ever forget that is probably the most important part of his mandate and you get the feeling he is only scratching the surface of his capabilities.
Indie SourceSeptember 2nd, 2022 The album title reflects the mood of the songs. It’s a downcast album. There’s affirmation, in the end, in the fact that these songs exist at all, but it’s hard to see song titles such as “Lost Without Your Love”, “What’s Wrong With Me”, and the title song, among others, without thinking this is a grim affair. The opener, “Lost Without Your Love”, brings listeners into the album’s musical world without any pretense. It establishes a template of guitar, acoustic and electric, bass, drums, and then elaborates from there. These elaborations rarely announce themselves from the outset.
Strings manifest themselves in a variety of ways over the course of this song. There is fiddle and strings with more classical overtones, but both approaches prove to be effective and appropriate. St. John’s performing and songwriting instincts are honed to a sharp edge. “Oh Papa” opens with a plaintive strum powered by his deliberate acoustic guitar and straightforward vocal melody. He incorporates added components as the song develops until “Oh Papa” achieves an impressive though understated stride. It is the most forceful musical moment in When Dreams End.
Another of the album highlights is the fourth track “What’s Wrong with Me?” and the warm yet slightly nasal quality of St. John’s voice never tests the listener’s patience. He has such immediate sincerity, you don’t have to wonder about his connection with the material, that you trust him from the first line each time out. The title song brings mixed blessings. It is one of the album’s most thoughtful moments, no small feat, but it’s also where a sense of sameness will start sinking in with some.
The relaxed amble of When Dreams End’s penultimate tune “These Curves” brings us closer to the album’s conclusion without surrendering the identity they’ve established so far. It’s emblematic of the quandary the album may present for some as you crave more variation but can’t help but concede that St. John does what he does exceptionally well. The finale “Bitter Tears” is certainly one of the album’s best tracks and relies on many of the same skills distinguishing earlier tracks. He does not take this final opportunity, however, to bust out in a new direction.
It has a flawless arrangement, however, and St. John’s voice weaves magic with his backing singers. He delivers a dependable and adult experience for listeners, but When Dreams End entertains listeners as well. St. John doesn’t ever forget that is probably the most important part of his mandate and you get the feeling he is only scratching the surface of his capabilities.
The third album release from Chris St. John, When Dreams End, features eight deeply felt songs that are a synthesis of various styles. Performers can easily stumble over this hybrid approach and produce disjointed hodgepodges without merit. That doesn’t happen here, however. Instead, Chris St. John’s eight songs invoke classical elements, country music, a smattering of blues, and even recurring shots of unadulterated rock that gives select moments a sharper bite.
The album title reflects the mood of the songs. It’s a downcast album. There’s affirmation, in the end, in the fact that these songs exist at all, but it’s hard to see song titles such as “Lost Without Your Love”, “What’s Wrong With Me”, and the title song, among others, without thinking this is a grim affair. The opener, “Lost Without Your Love”, brings listeners into the album’s musical world without any pretense. It establishes a template of guitar, acoustic and electric, bass, drums, and then elaborates from there. These elaborations rarely announce themselves from the outset.
Strings manifest themselves in a variety of ways over the course of this song. There is fiddle and strings with more classical overtones, but both approaches prove to be effective and appropriate. St. John’s performing and songwriting instincts are honed to a sharp edge. “Oh Papa” opens with a plaintive strum powered by his deliberate acoustic guitar and straightforward vocal melody. He incorporates added components as the song develops until “Oh Papa” achieves an impressive though understated stride. It is the most forceful musical moment in When Dreams End.
Another of the album highlights is the fourth track “What’s Wrong with Me?” and the warm yet slightly nasal quality of St. John’s voice never tests the listener’s patience. He has such immediate sincerity, you don’t have to wonder about his connection with the material, that you trust him from the first line each time out. The title song brings mixed blessings. It is one of the album’s most thoughtful moments, no small feat, but it’s also where a sense of sameness will start sinking in with some.
The relaxed amble of When Dreams End’s penultimate tune “These Curves” brings us closer to the album’s conclusion without surrendering the identity they’ve established so far. It’s emblematic of the quandary the album may present for some as you crave more variation but can’t help but concede that St. John does what he does exceptionally well. The finale “Bitter Tears” is certainly one of the album’s best tracks and relies on many of the same skills distinguishing earlier tracks. He does not take this final opportunity, however, to bust out in a new direction.
It has a flawless arrangement, however, and St. John’s voice weaves magic with his backing singers. He delivers a dependable and adult experience for listeners, but When Dreams End entertains listeners as well. St. John doesn’t ever forget that is probably the most important part of his mandate and you get the feeling he is only scratching the surface of his capabilities.
Indie SourceSeptember 2nd, 2022 The album title reflects the mood of the songs. It’s a downcast album. There’s affirmation, in the end, in the fact that these songs exist at all, but it’s hard to see song titles such as “Lost Without Your Love”, “What’s Wrong With Me”, and the title song, among others, without thinking this is a grim affair. The opener, “Lost Without Your Love”, brings listeners into the album’s musical world without any pretense. It establishes a template of guitar, acoustic and electric, bass, drums, and then elaborates from there. These elaborations rarely announce themselves from the outset.
Strings manifest themselves in a variety of ways over the course of this song. There is fiddle and strings with more classical overtones, but both approaches prove to be effective and appropriate. St. John’s performing and songwriting instincts are honed to a sharp edge. “Oh Papa” opens with a plaintive strum powered by his deliberate acoustic guitar and straightforward vocal melody. He incorporates added components as the song develops until “Oh Papa” achieves an impressive though understated stride. It is the most forceful musical moment in When Dreams End.
Another of the album highlights is the fourth track “What’s Wrong with Me?” and the warm yet slightly nasal quality of St. John’s voice never tests the listener’s patience. He has such immediate sincerity, you don’t have to wonder about his connection with the material, that you trust him from the first line each time out. The title song brings mixed blessings. It is one of the album’s most thoughtful moments, no small feat, but it’s also where a sense of sameness will start sinking in with some.
The relaxed amble of When Dreams End’s penultimate tune “These Curves” brings us closer to the album’s conclusion without surrendering the identity they’ve established so far. It’s emblematic of the quandary the album may present for some as you crave more variation but can’t help but concede that St. John does what he does exceptionally well. The finale “Bitter Tears” is certainly one of the album’s best tracks and relies on many of the same skills distinguishing earlier tracks. He does not take this final opportunity, however, to bust out in a new direction.
It has a flawless arrangement, however, and St. John’s voice weaves magic with his backing singers. He delivers a dependable and adult experience for listeners, but When Dreams End entertains listeners as well. St. John doesn’t ever forget that is probably the most important part of his mandate and you get the feeling he is only scratching the surface of his capabilities.
Chris St John has announced a new full-length album: “When Dreams End.”
A broad range of ideas and influences showcasing the artist’s incredible songwriting depth.
September 2022 - Chris St. John is a resourceful, eclectic, and incredibly diverse artist. Throughout the span of his ever-growing discography, the Grammy-winning artist managed to combine different influences in order to craft a very personal sound. Although his roots are embedded deep within the folk scene, there is also more to the table.
His upcoming album release, “When Dreams End,” is the next in line in a series of albums published since 2021. This new record has a perfect taste of what makes his songwriting so enticing. As it happened, this project sort of snowballed into existence. What was originally meant to be a single eventually turned into an EP, but the inspiration didn’t end there. Chris quickly realized he had enough quality material for an LP with eight original songs. To bring his vision to life, Chris entered Darkhorse and Sound Emporium studios (Nashville) with the help of a trusted cast of talented session musicians.
The kaleidoscopic array of melodies and sounds on this album is truly remarkable. The songs are indeed a fantastic example of the artist’s proficiency as a guitar player, vocalist, and singer. There is even room for some vocals in Spanish! The main driving force behind the album is Chris’ honest willingness to express himself and let his creativity flow freely. Needless to say, the performance quality is off the charts. The production is artful and detailed, highlighting the natural dynamics of the musicians rather than relying on excessive studio trickery.
Find out more about Chris St John, and tune in to check out “When Dreams End,” which is currently available on the best streaming services.
Bandcamp DiariesSeptember 2022 September 2022 - Chris St. John is a resourceful, eclectic, and incredibly diverse artist. Throughout the span of his ever-growing discography, the Grammy-winning artist managed to combine different influences in order to craft a very personal sound. Although his roots are embedded deep within the folk scene, there is also more to the table.
His upcoming album release, “When Dreams End,” is the next in line in a series of albums published since 2021. This new record has a perfect taste of what makes his songwriting so enticing. As it happened, this project sort of snowballed into existence. What was originally meant to be a single eventually turned into an EP, but the inspiration didn’t end there. Chris quickly realized he had enough quality material for an LP with eight original songs. To bring his vision to life, Chris entered Darkhorse and Sound Emporium studios (Nashville) with the help of a trusted cast of talented session musicians.
The kaleidoscopic array of melodies and sounds on this album is truly remarkable. The songs are indeed a fantastic example of the artist’s proficiency as a guitar player, vocalist, and singer. There is even room for some vocals in Spanish! The main driving force behind the album is Chris’ honest willingness to express himself and let his creativity flow freely. Needless to say, the performance quality is off the charts. The production is artful and detailed, highlighting the natural dynamics of the musicians rather than relying on excessive studio trickery.
Find out more about Chris St John, and tune in to check out “When Dreams End,” which is currently available on the best streaming services.
critically acclaimed reviews
Chris St. John is not only a talented singer/songwriter, but he’s also a loving father who’s decided to dedicate his recent album’s title track, “Fly Away,” to his son who has grown enough to soar on his own.
The heartfelt ballad is relatable to all the parents out there who have to let their children set out and discover the world on their own. I’m not a parent, so I can’t comprehend what it’s like to see your child grow, but Chris St. John crafted a poignant acoustic piece that conveys and helps you experience his feelings.
Rock Era MagazineAPRIL 21ST, 2022 
Chris St John has been on a roll these last two years, having written dozens of songs which have appeared on two separate albums. His first album, I’m Dreaming, which was released in 2021, gained worldwide success. The album had four chart-toppers on the WorldIndie Music Charts and the Official European Independent Music Chart, including “I Called You Rose,” which climbed all the way to No. 3. Recently, Chris was in Nashville, working with legendary producer “Stephen Wrench”, as well assome of the finest session musicians in Music City, to record his upcoming album “Fly Away.”
BILLBOARDFEBRUARY 28TH, 2022 
Multi-talented singer and songwriter Chris St. John continues to capture the hearts of listeners not only through his profound love for music but also with his exceptional lyrics and smooth voice, paving the way for his versatility and ability to adapt to a variety of musical genres.
Following the success of his first album, Chris dedicated his time working with legendary producer Stephen Wrench and some of the finest session musicians in Music City to record his upcoming album Fly Away. Chris’s life experiences are deeply incorporated into his music and can be felt throughout the album. Fly Away is unmistakably Chris St. John, displaying the charisma and uniqueness he has been praised throughout his career.
LA WEEKLYMARCH 21ST, 2022 Following the success of his first album, Chris dedicated his time working with legendary producer Stephen Wrench and some of the finest session musicians in Music City to record his upcoming album Fly Away. Chris’s life experiences are deeply incorporated into his music and can be felt throughout the album. Fly Away is unmistakably Chris St. John, displaying the charisma and uniqueness he has been praised throughout his career.
Chris St John gets soulful and heartfelt on his new album Fly Away. St John has been writing dozens of songs over the last two years, he released his first album I’m Dreaming in 2021. He spent time in Nashville working with legendary music producer Stephen Wrench to record Fly Away. St Johns naturally velvety tenor voice makes his musical style difficult to pinpoint. St John’s songs are as diverse as they come, featuring influences of African grooves and classic country-esque ballads. Fly Away covers St Johns interpersonal relationships to the woes of social media. One thing is certain, all of St John’s songs are deeply poetic and personal.
Indie Pulse MagazineMARCH 21ST, 2022 
Chris St John leaves no stone unturned on his sophomore album Fly Away. Witty, vulnerable, and incredibly honest St John doesn’t hold anything back. After writing enough songs to fill two albums (his debut album I’m Dreaming was released in 2021) St John recorded Fly Away in Nashville, with legendary producer Stephen Wrench. Fly Away is 13 tracks of St John’s personal experiences and musical exploration. St John’s voice creates a calming effect on the upbeat tracks and makes his ballads far more evocative than they already are. Guided by St John’s smooth tenor voice and poetic lyrics, Fly Away explores the complexities that permeate our daily lives. Fly Away shows off St John’s incredibly poetic and profound songwriting, which is what makes his music so ethereal yet real.
imaai MARCH 21ST, 2022 
Chris St John gets soulful and heartfelt on his new album Fly Away. St John has been writing dozens of songs over the last two years, he released his first album I’m Dreaming in 2021. He spent time in Nashville working with legendary music producer Stephen Wrench to record Fly Away. St Johns naturally velvety tenor voice makes his musical style difficult to pinpoint. St John’s songs are as diverse as they come, featuring influences of African grooves and classic country-esque ballads. Fly Away covers St Johns interpersonal relationships to the woes of social media. One thing is certain, all of St John’s songs are deeply poetic and personal.
Official Fame MagazineMARCH, 2022 
Fly Away is the newest single by Singer/Songwriter, Chris St. John. It’s hard to pigeonhole Chris into a certain genre, and this album only serves to further establish that. With elements of Adult Alternative, Country, Folk, and Americana, you would think that Fly Away is a tremendously mercurial effort. While it’s true that the record is an amalgam of styles, it all blends together much more fluidly than one might presume. St. John has a knack for sophisticated arrangements that end up sounding quite effortless.
Colin JordanMarch 21st, 2022 
With a name like Chris St. John, it’s difficult to be anything but a talented Singer/Songwriter. As expected. St. John is not one to disappoint, and his latest album, Fly Away, is a testament to his exceptional abilities. A middle of the road record, Fly Away is both linear and variegated. As a songwriter, Chris is tremendously agile and concise. There are so many subtle touches throughout, that the album requires multiple revisits to fully appreciate.
Colin JordanMarch 21st, 2022 
Long Island-based singer-songwriter Chris St. John introduces the music video, “Fly Away,” the title track from his forthcoming new album, slated to drop on February 25.
“Fly Away” opens on creamy, luminous colors, pushing out luscious Americana tone laced with hints of pop-country. A tasty rhythm made up of a rolling bassline and tight, popping percussion gives the tune an alluring pulse as Chris’ smooth, evocative voice rides atop gleaming washes of delicious leitmotifs.
CELEB MIXFEBRUARY 17TH, 2022 “Fly Away” opens on creamy, luminous colors, pushing out luscious Americana tone laced with hints of pop-country. A tasty rhythm made up of a rolling bassline and tight, popping percussion gives the tune an alluring pulse as Chris’ smooth, evocative voice rides atop gleaming washes of delicious leitmotifs.
Up-and-coming versatile music artist Chris St John is prepared to drop his latest album ‘Fly Away’. This talented music artist is well revered for his amazing musical contribution for the past few decades and now he has finally decided to share his tracks with the mass audience. The forthcoming album is scheduled to be released this February 25 and the anticipation is high. This unwavering musical project is produced by one of the legends of the music industry, Stephen Wrench who has previously worked with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Ozzy Osbourne, Don Henley, Bonnie, and many other legendary artists.
DAILY MUSIC ROLLfebruary 23rd, 2022 
'Hey Siri' by Chris St. John is truly a melodic gem of the post-modern era...a brilliant song that fervently expresses the complexities of modern forms of communication that we experience via Alexa, Facebook, Siri, and the whole entourage email, text messages, etc. that have become part of our daily lives.
Warlock AsylumOctober 10, 2021 
"Hey Siri' is a song you cannot miss!
Chris St. John is one of a kind.
Planet SingerOctober 8, 2021 
St. John has been making waves in the independent music scene with some of his latest work reaching top-ten status on the Euro and World Indie Music Charts.
Which Coast?October 8, 2021 
Chris St John is a perfect example of what it means to be an artist who makes music that is catchy, yet witty and smart.
The Bandcamp DiariesOctober 7, 2021 
Chris St. John has sculpted the most captivatingly catchy melody I’ve come across in a while.
Skope MagazineOctober 7, 2021 
A peppy yet invigorating single!
Just FameOctober 7, 2021 
This gently lilting, slightly island vibing, acoustic-driven song tries to remind us that we are the masters, the creators of these technologies yet somehow we have become their slaves.
Dancing About ArchitectureOctober 7, 2021 
Full of life and wonder, Chris St. John proves to quite playful on the joyous 'Hey Siri'...Nice and biting, his word choice is exceptional while it cuts all the way to the very bone.
Beach SlothOctober 5, 2021 
...humorous and unapologetic with his creative freedom in the verses...transcends across an Africana and Caribbean groove seasoned with the influences of folk, soft rock, country, and Americana.
Daily Music RollOctober 5, 2021 
You’d be forgiven if you thought this was Paul Simon cut for the modern age as the similarities are laid bare for all to hear.
Call That Music?October 5, 2021 
I believe that Chris St. John is one of the most inspirational artists for me in 2021. “My professional career is what I do. These songs are who I am.” Well, isn’t it one of the most powerful quotes that you have read so far lately?
Rock Era MagazineJuly 27, 2021 
His songs are like stepping into a movie theater of the mind as we sonically play through all these heady experiences, complete with reprieves…even an end-credits theme.
Melody Maker MagazineJune 8, 2021 
Filled with heart and a distinct vocal performance from St. John that will reverberate in your heart and soul.
Indie Music ReviewsJune 8, 2021 
St. John is a natural storyteller whose command of words and structure illuminates the darkest and brightest spots of human memory and lust.
RazorfishJune 8, 2021
The critically acclaimed Long Island singer/songwriter showcases his vulnerability with authentic stories about his own life, troubles, and triumphs.
Jukebox MindApril 22, 2021 
Even in his subtle context and every-man voice, St. John makes the impossible feel achievable. He’s an inspiring songwriter with masterful guitar playing skills. He’s a gifted storyteller.
Skope MagApril 2, 2021 
St. John brings songs to life that are easy to run back-to-back over and over.
NeuFutur MagazineApril 2, 2021 
His lovely voice is so respectful and honest. St. John’s joy is contagious.
IndiePulse MusicApril 1, 2021 
His voice is dreamlike, but refreshingly honest. I believe in my heart, and from the sound of St. John’s voice, that he knows his words are being heard.
The Hollywood DigestMarch 31, 2021 
(St John’s) sound cultivates a relaxing, content feeling. So does St. John’s voice. He takes out all the pain and the sorrow of grief. I felt like he was singing to someone in heaven, someone he can’t see in person any longer. He wants to send them messages of love and care.
Too Much Love MagazineMarch 31, 2021 
Chris St. John is a remarkable new singer/songwriter with a voice that can move mountains. A mesmerizing, hush of a voice, he sings from the heart…”.
Colin JordanMarch 31, 2021 
It’s hard to tear apart from..Chris St John’s voice. …He’s just so settled and resonating. In his voice I
discovered a comfort, a kind sole…he does nothing to mask his vies. I have to give him high praise as
a singer because he doesn’t hide behind auto tune or other fabricated sonic blends. St John relies on his
talents, and he’s successful.
Vent's MagazineApril, 2021 
St. John sings simple but clear images. He can also set a romantic tone.St. J. He’s outstanding and
shouldn’t be overlooked. St. John comforts, even in the face of fear and tragedy, and makes life seem
just right.
Independent Music & ArtsApril, 2021 
Chris St John’s music draws from multiple genres, utilizing an array of instruments. Each song leaves
the listener intently waiting for the next surprise. St John cuts his own path making the music uniquely
his own.
Broadway World TVApril, 2021 