Album: Set You Free

Introduction
"Set You Free" is the ninth studio album released by c and w artist Gary Allan. The album was released on January 22, 2013, by MCA Nashville. It debuted at primary on the United States Billboard Top Country Albums chart and second on the United States Billboard 200, making it Allan's highest-charting album to date. The album features a mix of ballads and up-tempo tracks, showcasing Allan's skill in blending standard nation with modern sounds.

Background and Production
Following the moderate success of his previous album, "Get Off on the Pain" (2010), Gary Allan took a short hiatus from recording prior to going into the studio to work on "Set You Free". The album was produced by Allan, along with Mark Wright and Jay Joyce, marking the very first time Allan ever co-produced one of his albums.

Allan mentioned in numerous interviews that the album title, "Set You Free", embodies the style of the whole record. The album includes stories of redemption and rebirth, reflecting Allan's psychological journey over the last few years. Allan's unique voice and distinct musical style bring life to the well-crafted lyrics, as he sings about discovering hope and conquering obstacles.

Album Reception and Reviews
"Set You Free" got generally positive reviews from music critics. AllMusic's Stephen Thomas Erlewine gave the album 4 out of five stars, praising its song choice, production, and Allan's strong and distinct voice. Erlewine composed, "Whenever he delivers a ballad, there's a peaceful force behind his words, and when he stings a sad lyric like 'Good As New,' he seems to be on the verge of tears he'll never ever sob".

The album was likewise applauded for its musical variety, with tunes like the hard-driving "Bones" and the reflective "No Worries" demonstrating Allan's versatility. Country music blog Taste of Country said that "the discomfort that brought him to this point, both personally and professionally, bleeds through each note on the distinctively gratifying job".

Commercial Performance
"Set You Free" was an industrial success for Gary Allan. The album peaked at top on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart and number two on the US Billboard 200. It was likewise Allan's first album to arrive 10 on the Canadian Albums Chart.

The album produced four singles, beginning with "Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)", which reached top on the United States Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and became Allan's very first chart-topping single because 2004's "Nothing On But the Radio". The title track, "Set You Free", ended up being a leading 20 hit on the country charts, while "Pieces" and "It Ain't the Whiskey" likewise accomplished moderate chart success.

Conclusion
"Set You Free" is an album that showcases Gary Allan's strength and development as an artist. The themes of hope and redemption are ever-present throughout the album, reflecting Allan's own journey of healing and personal development. The combination of powerful songwriting, Allan's unique voice, and the specialist production of Mark Wright and Jay Joyce make "Set You Free" an unforgettable and engaging listening experience for country music fans.