What makes 100 Ton Chicken by Chicken Shack notable?

The album features the notable track 'Reconsider Baby', which has since become a classic in the blues genre. Additionally, it received critical acclaim for its musicianship and helped position Chicken Shack as significant players in the British blues movement during the late 60s. Released in early 1969, '100 Ton Chicken' was Chicken Shack's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'O.K. Ken'. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in the UK blues scene, showcasing a mature sound while continuing to evolve from their earlier work.

How many songs are on 100 Ton Chicken?

100 Ton Chicken has 11 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

100 Ton Chicken

Chicken Shack · 1969

35 min · 11 tracks · blues

Soulful blues grooves intertwine with emotive vocals, capturing the essence of late 60s British blues rock.

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Reconsider Baby — This track stands out for its heartfelt delivery and intricate guitar work, epitomizing the band's ability to blend emotional depth with technical prowess.
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Look Ma, I'm Cryin' — The soulful expression in this song highlights the band's vocal strength and ability to convey vulnerability, making it a memorable moment on the album.
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Midnight Hour — With its catchy rhythm and engaging lyrics, this track showcases Chicken Shack's knack for creating compelling melodies that resonate with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid musicianship with emotive vocals but lacks a strong cohesive arc across its tracks.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of soulful guitar solos that often extend beyond the standard verse-chorus structure, allowing for improvisation.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements between the vocals and instruments, enhancing the blues tradition.
The running time is just over 40 minutes, with most tracks averaging around three to four minutes, maintaining a brisk pace.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 The Road of Love 3:34
2 Look Ma, I'm Cryin' 3:26
3 Evelyn 4:20
4 Reconsider Baby 3:25
5 Weekend Love 2:17
6 Midnight Hour 2:56
7 Tears in the Wind 2:45
8 Horse and Cart 3:39
9 The Way It Is 4:27
10 Still Worried About My Woman 3:13
11 Anji 1:36

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