Standing in the Dark (album)

Standing in the Dark is the debut studio album by the British rock band Lawson. It was released on October 15, 2012, through Polydor Records. The album features the singles "When She Was Mine," "Taking Over Me," "Standing in the Dark," "Learn to Love Again," and "Juliet." Standing in the Dark reached number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and was certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). The album is generally classified within the pop rock genre and contains themes of love, loss, and heartbreak. It received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the band's songwriting and pop sensibilities, while others criticized the album's lack of originality.