Amanda Marshall
Amanda Marshall · 1995
49 min · 10 tracks · country rock
Powerful vocals intertwine with rich instrumentation, blending elements of rock and country to create an emotionally charged soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let It Rain — This track serves as a powerful opener, highlighting Marshall's emotive vocal range and setting the tone for the album's exploration of love and longing.
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Birmingham — With its reflective lyrics and poignant storytelling, this song encapsulates themes of nostalgia and resilience, making it a standout moment on the record.
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Fall From Grace — This track showcases a vulnerable side of Marshall, using raw emotional delivery to explore personal struggles that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Trust Me (This Is Love) — The infectious melody paired with heartfelt lyrics illustrates the complexities of love, making it one of the most memorable tracks on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and varied instrumentation but lacks a cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Vocal harmonies are prominent, with Marshall's lead vocals often layered with backing vocals that create a rich texture.
- Several tracks incorporate instrumental bridges that extend beyond typical verse-chorus structures, allowing for dynamic shifts in mood.
- 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
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling through powerful vocals
- anthemic sing-alongs with friends
- gradual emotional build throughout
- suitable for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat party music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Amanda Marshall's self-titled debut album marked her entry into the music scene in 1995. At this time, she was a fresh face in the Canadian music industry, seeking to establish her identity as a singer-songwriter. The album's release set the stage for her subsequent rise to fame, showcasing her vocal prowess and songwriting skills right from the start.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sheryl Crow· Patty Griffin· Kacey Musgraves
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Fall From Grace
In a vulnerable moment, the narrative shifts from reflection to confrontation, delving into feelings of betrayal and heartbreak.
This shift in perspective deepens the emotional weight of the song, allowing listeners to feel the intensity of personal loss.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let It Rain 4:33
- 2 Birmingham 5:21
- 3 Fall From Grace 4:20
- 4 Dark Horse 5:37
- 5 Beautiful Goodbye 5:17
- 6 Sitting on Top of the World 4:19
- 7 Last Exit to Eden 5:24
- 8 Trust Me (This Is Love) 4:59
- 9 Let's Get Lost 4:14
- 10 Promises 5:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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