Worst Reputation - album

## Worst Reputation

Worst Reputation is the fourth studio album by Danish rock band The Global Touch, released in 2028. The album features 12 songs that mark another change in the band's sound and lineup, as it loses Jessica Dina as a co-lead vocalist and adopts a more rock-oriented and experimental sound. The album received mixed reviews from critics and fans, who praised some of the songs for their innovation and energy, but criticized others for their lack of cohesion and direction. The album also achieved moderate commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies in Denmark and earning a few award nominations.

### Overview

Worst Reputation showcases the band's willingness to try new things and challenge themselves musically. The album draws inspiration from several influences, such as Nirvana, Radiohead, and Muse, as well as some contemporary influences, such as Twenty One Pilots and Imagine Dragons. The album explores various topics in its lyrics, such as fame, identity, and rebellion.

The album's most popular song, "Worst Reputation," is a rock anthem that features Andy Jackson's raspy vocals and the band's heavy guitar riffs. Some of the other songs, such as "Burn It Down" and "Revolution," are also loud and energetic, while others, such as "Lost In Translation" and "Hollow," are more quiet and atmospheric.

### Background

The band's third album, A Day At The Shore, was a huge success in Denmark and abroad. The band gained more fans and a reputation for their blend of genres and incorporation of new sounds. The band also received several award nominations and wins for their third album.

The band decided to take another break from touring and concentrate on writing new songs. They wanted to make an album that would reflect their current state of mind and their musical evolution. They also wanted to experiment with different sounds and styles.

However, during the break, co-lead vocalist Jessica Dina announced her departure from the band. She cited personal reasons and creative differences as the main reasons for her decision. She said that she wanted to pursue a solo career and explore different sounds and genres. Dina's departure shocked the band's fanbase and the music industry, as she had been an important part of the band's identity and sound. She had added a powerful voice and a feminine touch to the band's songs.

The remaining members of the band were faced with another dilemma. They had to decide whether to continue as a trio or to look for another co-lead vocalist to join the band. After much deliberation and discussion, they agreed that continuing as a trio was the best option, as they felt that they still had a lot to offer as a band. They also began to work on their fourth album.

### Recording

The band recorded their fourth album at Studio 11 in Copenhagen with producer James Metropole. Metropole helped them achieve a more rock-oriented and experimental sound that suited their vision. The recording process took about six months, during which the band experimented with different instruments, effects, and arrangements.

The band said that they enjoyed working with Metropole and that he gave them a lot of creative freedom and guidance. They also said that they learned a lot from him and that he helped them push their boundaries.

The band also decided to name their album Worst Reputation as a tongue-in-cheek reference to their previous album Touching You, which had earned them a lot of praise and recognition. They said that they wanted to play with the idea of having a bad reputation and not caring about what others think.

### Release

The album was released on June 6th 2027 by Rock-Out Records. The album was preceded by two singles: "Worst Reputation" which was released on April 20th 2027 and "Where I Used To Be" which was released on May 18th 2027. Both singles received mixed reviews from critics and fans alike.

The album was also promoted by a national tour that started on June 10th 2027 and ended on July 15th 2027. The tour consisted of 15 shows in different cities across Denmark. The band said that they loved performing live and that they were surprised by the support and enthusiasm of their fans.

### Critical acclaim

The album received mixed reviews from various music publications and websites. Critics praised some of the songs for their innovation and energy, but criticized others for their lack of cohesion and direction. Critics also had mixed opinions about the band's vocal performance, especially Jackson's raspy voice.

According to NME, the album was "a bold and ambitious album that showcases the band's courage and creativity" and "a musical experiment that sometimes works and sometimes doesn't". Rolling Stone called the album "a disappointing follow-up that lacks the charm and polish of their previous work" and "a messy and chaotic collection of songs that will leave you confused and unsatisfied". Rock Sound described the album as "a decent fourth album that proves that The Global Touch are not afraid to take risks and try new things" and "a musical adventure that has its highs and lows".

### Commercial success

The album also achieved moderate commercial success in Denmark and abroad. The album sold over 100,000 copies in Denmark in its first week of release, making it one of the moderately-selling albums of the year. The album also charted moderately well in other countries, such as Germany (#20), Sweden (#25), Norway (#30), Finland (#35), France (#40), UK (#45), Australia (#50), Canada (#55), US (#60), Japan (#65).

The album also earned a few award nominations for the band. The band was nominated for two Danish Music Awards, including Best Rock Album and Best Rock Song ("Worst Reputation"). The band also received a nomination for the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Danish Act.

### Track listing

The album consists of 12 tracks, with a total length of 30 minutes and 40 seconds. The track listing is as follows:

### Personnel

The album credits are as follows:

* Andy Jackson - lead vocals, electric guitar
* Oskar Winters - electric guitar, drums, backing vocals
* Jens Due-Bøje - bass guitar, keyboard, backing vocals
* Filip Svanehøj - drums, percussion
* James Metropole - producer, engineer, mixer
* Peter Jensen - mastering engineer
* Lars Nissen - cover art, photography