5 Reasons You Should Listen to ‘Everything Again’ by Sean Bertram
- Louise Clark
- Aug 26
- 1 min read
In a world oversaturated with quick singles and algorithm-driven playlists, Sean Bertram’s Everything Again stands apart as a fully realized album—an experience meant to be savored from beginning to end. Blending soul, pop, and jazz-tinged sophistication, the Canadian multi-instrumentalist has crafted a record that speaks as much to the head as it does to the heart. Here are five reasons this album deserves your attention.
A One-Man Orchestra
Aside from drums on select tracks, Bertram wrote, performed, produced, and mixed the entire album himself—every harmony, guitar line, and rhythmic detail. The result is a record that feels cohesive, deliberate, and deeply personal.
Soul Meets Storytelling
With themes ranging from heartbreak (Forget You) to renewal (Second Nature), the album captures the cycles of love and loss with sincerity and elegance. Each lyric feels lived-in, offering listeners an emotional mirror.
A Masterclass in Musicianship
Bertram’s guitar work and harmonic arrangements reveal his grounding in jazz and pop traditions, while his production choices highlight modern polish. The album is technically dazzling without ever losing its warmth.
A Fresh Take on a Classic
His reimagining of God Only Knows pays homage to The Beach Boys while offering a stripped-back, emotionally raw reinterpretation that fits seamlessly within his own narrative.
Timeless Appeal in a Timely Voice
For fans of John Mayer, Tom Misch, or Cory Wong, Bertram offers that rare balance of groove and intimacy. Yet his perspective feels uniquely his—an artist not imitating, but conversing with, the greats who came before him.
