It Could Be Worse Vinyl
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It Could Be Worse captures Samm Henshaw at his most reflective and quietly defiant, an album that turns personal uncertainty into soul-soaked optimism with a knowing smile. Released in 2020, it feels like a deep breath taken mid-storm, grounded in honesty without losing its sense of groove.
Arriving after the buzz of his early EPs, this record marked a defining chapter in Henshaw’s evolution, stretching his sound while sharpening his songwriting voice. Drawing from modern soul, R&B, and gospel-rooted warmth, the album leans into lived experience, balancing vulnerability with resilience. It is music that understands struggle but refuses to wallow in it.
Sonically, the album is rich and deliberate, pairing smooth rhythms with layered harmonies and understated production touches. Standout tracks like Church, Still Broke, and Broke explore faith, finances, and self-worth with a conversational intimacy, while Our Love adds a tender lift that keeps the emotional palette wide. Henshaw’s voice remains the anchor throughout, expressive and unforced.
On vinyl, It Could Be Worse feels especially fitting, letting the warmth of the arrangements breathe and the grooves unfold naturally. For fans of thoughtful modern soul and collectors who appreciate albums that reward front-to-back listening, this pressing offers a quietly powerful reminder that perspective can be its own form of strength.
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