Lucy Fitzgerald 
Tom Leonard’s album “What Has Been and What Will Be” is a thoughtful, steady collection of songs that unfolds slowly and rewards your patience. Across ten tracks, Leonard builds a sound rooted in layered guitars, steady rhythms, and melodies that quietly linger. It’s the kind of record that works best when you give it your full attention and let it unfold at its own pace. The opening track “Clarity” sets everything in motion with hazy guitar textures and a rhythm that feels focused without being overpowering. It draws you in without forcing the moment. From there, the album moves with a clear sense of direction, each song adding another shade to the overall picture.
“Hidden Me Hidden You” and “Out Tonight” bring a softer, reflective side to the record. There’s a warmth in these tracks that makes them easy to return to, especially in the way the melodies sit comfortably alongside the guitar work. Nothing feels exaggerated. The balance between atmosphere and structure is handled with care. On “Stay Gone”, the guitars take on a thicker edge, giving the song a bit more drive while still keeping that dreamy quality intact. Then “The Fathoms Deep Pool Of Love” introduces subtle electronic touches that shift the tone slightly without breaking the album’s flow. These small shifts keep the listening experience interesting from start to finish.
The title track, “What Has Been and What Will Be,” acts as a natural centerpiece. It ties together the reflective mood of the earlier songs while pointing toward the closing track “Fade Away”, which wraps everything up in a way that feels intentional and complete. Personally, I found myself replaying several tracks right after finishing the album. There’s a calm confidence in how these songs are put together, and that restraint makes the whole project stronger.
If you’re looking for an album that takes its time and invites you to sit with it, “What Has Been and What Will Be” is worth adding to your rotation. Make sure you follow Tom Leonard on social media to stay updated on future releases and projects. Add a few of these tracks to your playlist so you can return to them when you need something immersive and steady. Albums like this don’t demand attention loudly. They earn it quietly, and that makes coming back to them even more satisfying.
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