And Now It's Come to This
36 min · 12 tracks · Celtic rock
A vibrant blend of Celtic melodies and rock rhythms that sparkles with energy and heartfelt storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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You'd Be Mine — Opening the album with catchy hooks and an upbeat tempo, this track embodies the band's signature sound, seamlessly marrying rock with Celtic influences.
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Wonderful — This track stands out with its heartfelt lyrics and melodic structure, showcasing the band's lyrical depth while maintaining an infectious rhythm.
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Sweet Liberty — A poignant reflection on freedom and personal choices, this song combines stirring instrumentation with evocative storytelling, making it a highlight of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends Celtic and rock elements but doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features driving percussion and layered guitar riffs, setting a lively tone.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Celtic instruments like fiddles and bagpipes, blending them seamlessly with rock elements.
- The lyrics often tell stories or convey emotions related to personal experiences, enhancing the connection with listeners.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- playful storytelling with catchy rhythms
- upbeat tracks for group sing-alongs
- varied tempos that keep interest
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek heavy, complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, And Now It's Come to This was Seven Nations' third studio album, showcasing their evolution after the success of their previous album, Big Dog. The band had begun to carve out a niche within the Celtic rock genre, gaining recognition for their unique sound and energetic performances by this time.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pogues· Flogging Molly· Great Big Sea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You'd Be Mine 2:46
- 2 Wonderful 3:03
- 3 The Big Yellow Bus 3:17
- 4 Leave It 2:51
- 5 Waiting for Midnight 3:17
- 6 Very Nice 3:01
- 7 My Little Lady 2:59
- 8 Sweet Liberty 3:12
- 9 Up to Me 2:59
- 10 Asleep for Days 2:34
- 11 jump_START Peace 4:08
- 12 Last Call 2:14
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