Almighty Love cover

Released 14 years ago this October

Almighty Love

Damien Dempsey · 2012

62 min · 11 tracks · music of Ireland

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album blends traditional and contemporary elements, showcasing strong storytelling but with some uneven pacing.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief spoken intro that sets a reflective tone before transitioning into the title track, which features layered instrumentation and a strong vocal presence.
  • Several tracks incorporate traditional Irish folk elements, such as fiddles and acoustic guitars, while maintaining a contemporary sound through modern production techniques.
  • Lyrically, the songs often feature storytelling that addresses social issues, with verses structured to build emotional resonance and connect with listeners.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

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 Intro 1:16
  • 2 Almighty Love 3:47
  • 3 Chris and Stevie 5:58
  • 4 Born Without Hate 5:57
  • 5 Bustin Outta Here 5:41
  • 6 Fire in the Glen 4:47
  • 7 Canadian Geese 4:45
  • 8 The Good and the Great 6:46
  • 9 Community 5:51
  • 10 Moneyman 5:26
  • 11 You're the Cure 12:07

Reference: MusicBrainz