Agricultural Tragic
Corb Lund · 2020
39 min · 16 tracks · country music
A blend of witty storytelling and traditional instrumentation paints a vivid picture of rural life and Western culture.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
I Think You Oughta Try Whiskey — This track combines humor with heartfelt advice, showcasing Lund's signature blend of wit and wisdom while highlighting the album's overarching themes.
-
→
Raining Horses — With its vivid imagery and poignant storytelling, this song captures the challenges faced by ranchers, making it emblematic of Lund's narrative style.
-
→
Never Not Had Horses — This track reflects on the deep-rooted connection between people and horses, encapsulating a sense of nostalgia that resonates throughout the album.
-
→
Louis L’Amour — A tribute to the famed Western author, this song intertwines literary homage with Lund's insights into Western culture, illustrating his ability to blend history with personal anecdotes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong storytelling through traditional instrumentation but lacks a cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The album features a narrative structure where many tracks tell distinct stories, often with humor and wit.
- Traditional country instrumentation is prominent, with acoustic guitars, fiddles, and steel guitars driving the sound.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of country music.
- The pacing varies significantly; some songs are upbeat and lively while others slow down to reflect on themes of rural life.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
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
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
- humorous reflections on rural life
- short tracks for quick engagement
- light-hearted sing-alongs with friends
- playful narratives and vivid imagery
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of Agricultural Tragic in 2020, Corb Lund was already an established artist in the Canadian country and folk scene, known for his clever lyrics and authentic sound. This album followed his 2017 release, Things That Can’t Be Undone, continuing to explore themes of agriculture and rural identity while showcasing Lund's growth as a storyteller.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sturgill Simpson· Kacey Musgraves· Jason Isbell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 90 Seconds of Your Time 2:41
- 2 Old Men 3:29
- 3 I Think You Oughta Try Whiskey 3:04
- 4 Raining Horses 3:08
- 5 Oklahomans! 1:52
- 6 Grizzly Bear Blues 3:41
- 7 Dance With Your Spurs On 2:36
- 8 Louis L’Amour 3:20
- 9 Never Not Had Horses 3:48
- 10 Ranchin', Ridin', Romance 3:13
- 11 Rat Patrol 3:01
- 12 Tattoos Blues 3:05
- 13 Hard To Play The Steel Guitar (For Super Frank)
- 14 Horse Poor 2:15
- 15 Fancy Pickin'
- 16 90 Seconds Of Your Time (Revisited)
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.