Brett Young (EP)

Brett Young is the first EP from American country music singer Brett Young. Released on 12 February 2016,^[1] the album was produced by Dann Huff.^[2] The EP features the single, "Sleep Without You".^[3]

Brett Young
EP by Brett Young
Released	February 12, 2016 (2016-02-12)
Genre	Country
Length	21:06
Producer	Dann Huff
Brett Young chronology
Brett Young (2016) Brett Young (LP) (2017)

Young's team describes the artist's sound as "Caliville", "an intersection of his Southern California upbringing and his passion for Nashville".^[4]

Background

Although Young did not plan to release an EP prior to his full-length album, after "Sleep Without You" was published, Young knew that he must distribute his music to fans as soon as possible.^[5][6]

Critical reception

Timothy Monger of AllMusic says "the smoky-voiced singer offers up six warm, romantic cuts that showcase his earthy charm."^[7]

Taste of Country states that Young "mixes soul, R&B and country in a way that fits neatly between any two songs you hear on the radio now", comparing the artist to Lee Brice and Jack Johnson.^[8]

Stage Right Secrets states that each song is "strategically [placed]" and that "The song order mainly focuses on the emotional rollercoaster you go through when you are in a relationship".^[9]

Track listing

No.	Title	Length
1.	"Sleep Without You"	3:08
2.	"You Ain't Here to Kiss Me"	3:38
3.	"Left Side of Leavin'"	3:34
4.	"In Case You Didn't Know"	3:45
5.	"Like I Loved You"	3:27
6.	"Beautiful Believer"	3:34
Total length:		21:06

Charts

Chart (2016)	Peak position
US Billboard 200[10]	189
US Top Country Albums (Billboard)[11]	30
US Top Heatseekers (Billboard)[12]	6

• Sales – United States: 19,200^[13]

References

1. "BMLG's Brett Young Offers Blue-Eyed Soul, Transparent Songwriting On New EP". Musicrow.com. 4 March 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
2. "Newcomer Brett Young Debuts Self-Titled EP". Soundslikenashville.com. 12 February 2016. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
3. "Interview: Brett Young Discusses His Debut Album". The Boot. Retrieved 15 October 2017.
4. "10 New Country Artists You Need to Know: March 2016". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
5. "Country Stardom Wasn't Brett Young's First Career Choice". The Boot. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
6. "Brett Young Talks Getting Raw & Real on Debut Album: 'You Only Get One Chance to Make a First Impression'". billboard.com. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
7. Monger, Timothy. Brett Young – Brett Young EP: Review at AllMusic. Retrieved 18 October 2017.
8. "Brett Young Is Nothing But Honest on New EP". Taste of Country. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
9. "Brett Young Self Titled EP Review". stagerightsecrets.com. 16 February 2016. Retrieved 17 October 2017.
10. "Brett Young Album & Song Chart History - Country Albums". Billboard. Retrieved September 27, 2016.
11. "Brett Young Album & Song Chart History - Country Albums". Billboard. Retrieved May 5, 2016.
12. "Brett Young Album & Song Chart History - Heatseekers Albums". Billboard. Retrieved May 5, 2016.
13. Bjorke, Matt (October 30, 2016). "Top 10 Country Albums Sales Chart: October 31, 2016". Roughstock.