What does Alone with Blues sound like?

A gritty blend of blues and rock that resonates with raw emotion and powerful guitar riffs. Rooted in rock music. Start with "I’m Satisfied".

Is Alone with Blues a good place to start with Diesel?

Yes, Alone with Blues is recommended as a starting point for new Diesel listeners. A gritty blend of blues and rock that resonates with raw emotion and powerful guitar riffs. Released on July 16, 2021, 'Alone with Blues' is Diesel's first studio album in over a decade, following the 2010 release of 'Simple Stories'. At this point in his career, Diesel aimed to reconnect with his roots while revitalizing his sound for both longtime fans and new listeners.

Who is Alone with Blues for?

Alone with Blues works well if you're into steady rhythms for relaxed moments, heartfelt storytelling in every track and for reflective evenings.

How many songs are on Alone with Blues?

Alone with Blues has 11 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Alone with Blues

Diesel · 2021

32 min · 11 tracks · rock music

A gritty blend of blues and rock that resonates with raw emotion and powerful guitar riffs.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I’m Satisfied Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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I Can’t Quit You Baby — This track exemplifies Diesel’s mastery of blending heartfelt lyrics with a powerful vocal delivery, showcasing his deep connection to the blues genre.
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Hoochie Coochie Man — A classic cover that highlights Diesel's ability to breathe new life into traditional blues standards, demonstrating his respect for the genre's history.
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Mirror Blues — This original composition stands out with its reflective lyrics and haunting melody, encapsulating the emotional depth that defines the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends classic blues elements with rock, showcasing Diesel's return while maintaining a cohesive sound.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of electric guitar solos that dominate the majority of tracks, often extending beyond three minutes.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, reminiscent of traditional blues structures.
The first half of the album maintains a steady tempo with upbeat rhythms, while the latter half shifts to slower, more reflective pieces.

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

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 rhythms for relaxed moments
heartfelt storytelling in every track
for reflective evenings
short sessions of raw emotion

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy dance tracks
prefer lengthy conceptual albums

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Marks Diesel's return after a decade, showing continued vitality in his sound.
Career context: Released on July 16, 2021, 'Alone with Blues' is Diesel's first studio album in over a decade, following the 2010 release of 'Simple Stories'. At this point in his career, Diesel aimed to reconnect with his roots while revitalizing his sound for both longtime fans and new listeners.
Stylistic neighbors: Joe Cocker· The Black Crowes· Lynyrd Skynyrd