"Change of Fortune" is the 11th studio album by American alternative rock band Soul Asylum, released on March 18, 2016. This album arrived four years after the band's previous work, "Delayed Reaction". This marked a significant longevity for the band who underwent several lineup changes since their inception in 1981 and has continued to produce music and tour. It was released by Entertainment One.
Produced by John Fields, the album consists of 12 tracks and bridges the gap between the band’s past and present, while finding them experimenting with new sounds. The title track itself, "Change of Fortune", was praised for its power pop influence, affording a glimpse into the band’s sonic evolution.
The band members during this album's production were Dave Pirner (lead vocals/guitar), Michael Bland (drums), Winston Roye (bass), and Justin Sharbono (lead guitar). As is common in Soul Asylum's music, the album's songs cover a range of themes, from philosophical to whimsical.
Critical reception was generally positive, with some reviewers highlighting the band's energy and band metamorphosis over time as noticeable in the album. The album not only provided a fresh sound to appeal to a new generation of listeners, but it also did justice to loyal fans who have been followers of Soul Asylum's journey for decades.
In summary, "Change of Fortune" reflected Soul Asylum's continued relevance in the rock scene, demonstrating their ability to adapt musically while retaining their signature traits that won them acclaim, to begin with – energetic performances and thought-provoking lyrics.
