Sam Fender - 17 Going Under (Gatefold)
Sam Fender’s 17 Going Under is a powerful and deeply personal record that cements his reputation as one of the UK’s most vital singer-songwriters. Released in 2021, the album finds Fender reflecting on his upbringing in North Shields, tackling themes of youth, class, mental health, and resilience with raw honesty and emotional intensity.
Driven by soaring guitars and heartfelt vocals, standout tracks like “Seventeen Going Under,” “Spit of You,” and “Getting Started” blend Springsteen-inspired anthemic rock with sharp social commentary. The result is an album that feels both intimate and universal — a coming-of-age story set to stadium-ready melodies.
This vinyl pressing captures the full richness of Fender’s sound, from the driving rhythms to the sweeping brass and heartfelt lyricism. 17 Going Under is a triumphant and cathartic listen — a modern British classic that resonates long after the final note.