20
Kate Rusby · 2012
91 min · 21 tracks · folk music
A heartfelt collection of traditional folk songs woven with contemporary emotion and Rusby's signature warmth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Unquiet Grave — This haunting rendition captures the essence of loss and remembrance, demonstrating Rusby's ability to bring emotional depth to traditional lyrics.
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Who Will Sing Me Lullabies — The gentle lullaby showcases Rusby's delicate vocal style, creating an intimate atmosphere that resonates deeply with listeners longing for comfort.
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Underneath the Stars — This track reflects on nostalgia and connection to nature, encapsulating the album's theme of celebrating life's moments through rich storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary folk elements but lacks a strong cohesive narrative across its length.
What we noticed
- Several tracks utilize a call-and-response structure, particularly in the choruses, which enhances the communal feel of the music.
- The sequencing alternates between slower ballads and more upbeat tracks, creating a dynamic flow that maintains listener interest throughout its length.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- rich storytelling through song
- emotive vocals for reflective moments
- gentle pacing for quiet evenings
- nostalgic themes of homecoming
- engaging melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- requires patience for unfolding
- not suitable for dance parties
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time '20' was released in 2012, Kate Rusby had established herself as a prominent figure in the British folk scene, having released several successful albums since her debut in 1997. This album marked her 20th anniversary in music, showcasing both classic and new material that highlighted her evolution as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Marling· Sophie Hunger· Nina Nastasia
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Awkward Annie 3:36
- 2 Unquiet Grave 4:34
- 3 Sun Grazers 3:45
- 4 The Lark 5:50
- 5 Planets 3:30
- 6 Wandering Soul 4:39
- 7 Who Will Sing Me Lullabies 4:19
- 8 Jolly Plough Boys 5:36
- 9 Sho Heen 4:19
- 10 Bitter Boy 5:10
Disc 2
- 1 Baa Baa Black Sheep 0:26
- 2 I Courted a Sailor 4:42
- 3 Mocking Bird 3:25
- 4 The Good Man 4:09
- 5 Annan Waters 5:35
- 6 All God's Angels 5:14
- 7 Elfin Knight 3:48
- 8 Wild Goose 5:12
- 9 Home 3:50
- 10 Underneath the Stars 3:42
- 11 Bring Me a Boat 5:31
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