Tom Vincent‘s ‘Nostalgia’ offers a raw, unfiltered look of the experiences he had while growing up. With a mix of rock, punk, and folk, the album captures Tom’s distinct sound and the feeling of looking back at the past with a feeling of nostalgia throughout.
The album kicks off with ‘Rest in Hell’, a high energy track that sets the tone for the album’s theme of pushing through hard times. ‘Whiskey & Wine’ slows things down a bit with a more laid-back vibe and reminiscing stories of youth, while ‘Doin’ My Time’ brings the energy back with raw intensity, the song depicts hypothetical stories of “crazy sh*t” Tom did in his youth with each verse. The chorus lyrics sing “I’m doin’ my time” painting the picture that he paid for what he did.
‘Time Passed Us By’ takes a more reflective turn with its slower, nostalgic feel. It’s about the passage of time and the changes that come with it. Songs like ‘We Own the Night’ and ‘Long Way Back’ continue the themes of exploring life’s journey, before ‘Rebel Song’ adds a sense of defiance and fire with its emboldened chorus “We all have broken bones but carry on, though our road is long. We’re blazing down the Jersey turnpike, singing our rebel song.”
The album ends with ‘Devon’, a heartfelt tribute to a dear, late friend. With violins, guitars and Tom’s authentic vocal character, it’s an emotional song about the feeling of a loved one watching over you.
Track over track, Nostalgia is a powerful album that blends personal stories with universal themes of loss, growth, and finding peace. Tom Vincent’s raw lyrics, musical sensibility and unique sonic composition make it a strong listen.
Listen to Nostalgia by Tom Vincent, out now.
