Fresh Start is the first studio album by Ryan Stevenson. Gotee Records released the album on September 18, 2015. A new version of the album was released in 2016, including 2 bonus tracks: "Holding Nothing Back" and "Eye Of The Storm (Radio Version)".
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Source | Rating |
365 Days of Inspiring Media | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
CCM Magazine | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
The Christian Beat | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Jesus Freak Hideout | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
New Release Today | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Awarding the album four stars from CCM Magazine, Andy Argyrakis states, "each of the ten tunes deliver when it comes to mouth-watering sounds and faith fortification".[2] Christopher Smith, giving the album three stars at Jesus Freak Hideout, writes, "Fresh Start is well-produced, catchy, and has an encouraging message of God's love."[4] Signaling in a four star review by New Release Today, Caitlin Lassiter responds, "Fresh Start solidifies Ryan Stevenson's place in the industry. A well-rounded album overall, Ryan has crafted a successful first full length effort with his work here. While a bit more diversity in sound would be nice, what Ryan has done in Fresh Start creates a successful a debut."[5] Rating the album four and a half stars for The Christian Beat, Herb Longs says, "This album is a perfect example of what can transpire when powerful lyrics meet a passionate voice and excellent production."[3] Joshua Andre, indicating in a three and a half star review by 365 Days of Inspiring Media, describes, "Fresh Start by Ryan Stevenson isn't perfect, as there are a couple of tracks that are a bit misplaced, either lyrically or musically."[1]
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Fresh Start" | 3:47 |
2. | "All Yours" | 2:52 |
3. | "Mercy Changes Everything" | 3:31 |
4. | "Chasing Your Heart" | 3:05 |
5. | "What You Say" | 3:27 |
6. | "Not Forgotten" (featuring tobyMac) | 3:17 |
7. | "From the Ground Up (Bonanza)" | 3:37 |
8. | "Give It All Away" | 3:54 |
9. | "Dare You to Trust My Love" | 3:17 |
10. | "Eye of the Storm" (featuring GabeReal) | 5:31 |
Total length: | 36:18 |
Chart (2016) | Peak position |
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US Christian Albums (Billboard)[6] | 9 |