Review
Prepare to embark on a journey through the depths of the human experience with singer-songwriter Cory Wells’ latest offering, Harboring The Hurt I’ve Caused. Set to be unleashed on March 15th via Pure Noise Records, this album promises to be a profound exploration of personal introspection and redemption.
Speaking about the album Cory said: “I didn’t know if this album was going to come out of me. I have always written from trauma. It can be exhausting, debilitating, and sometimes unhealthy. This record is no different. It can be difficult to admit that the problems in your life may be no one’s fault but your own. The first album was just one side of the story, Harbouring the Hurt I’ve Caused is all about the damage that I have done and how it feels to live with my mistakes every day. I realize I’ve been blind, and once I can finally see, the fear that the end is certain, begins to settle in. I believe we all experience this as much as I wish that weren’t true. Take care of the people you love. I hope this record means as much to you as the journey did for me.”
With each track, Wells lays bare his vulnerabilities, inviting listeners to join him on a journey of self-discovery and self-forgiveness. From haunting ballads to anthemic rockers. The album is a reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding in our interactions with others.
From the very first note of ‘Hopeless’, I was hooked. The raw honesty in Wells’ lyrics hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me with tears streaming down my face. But there’s so much beauty in that vulnerability, a sense of catharsis that comes from confronting our deepest pains and regrets. It’s easy to fully immerse yourself in Wells’ world where you will find yourself hanging on every word, every note.
There’s no pretense here, no sugar-coating of the harsh realities of life. Instead, Wells lays bare his soul for all of us to see, unafraid to confront his own flauws and mistakes. And in doing so, he creates something truly beautiful – a record that leaves you feeling both broken and whole at the same time.