Another Country
Cassandra Wilson · 2012
44 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A fusion of jazz and world music, blending sultry vocals with eclectic instrumentation to create a rich auditory landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Red Guitar — The opening track sets the tone with its haunting melody and evocative lyrics, showcasing Wilson's ability to convey deep emotion through her voice.
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No More Blues — This cover of the classic bossa nova song features intricate guitar work and allows Wilson's vocal prowess to shine, creating a mesmerizing listening experience.
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Another Country — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, blending jazz with world influences while pondering themes of longing and belonging.
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Letting You Go — This poignant ballad highlights Wilson's lyrical storytelling, capturing the bittersweet nature of saying goodbye with both tenderness and strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong writing and production, blending genres while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- Vocals are often layered with harmonies, creating a rich texture that complements the instrumentation rather than dominating it.
- Several tracks feature unexpected shifts in tempo and mood, such as 'O sole mio', which introduces a classical element amidst the jazz framework.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- sultry vocals for intimate evenings
- eclectic instrumentation for curious minds
- reflective moments of quiet solitude
- melodic explorations during relaxed gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer straightforward, fast-paced songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Another Country is Cassandra Wilson's follow-up to her acclaimed 2009 album, Silver Pony. At this point in her career, Wilson was continuing to explore her unique sound and musical boundaries, solidifying her role as a major figure in contemporary jazz and vocal music. The album showcases her evolution as an artist unafraid to blend genres while maintaining her signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Krall· Norah Jones· Esperanza Spalding
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Red Guitar 4:34
- 2 No More Blues 4:18
- 3 O sole mio 5:40
- 4 Deep Blue 2:28
- 5 Almost Twelve 4:24
- 6 Passion 5:22
- 7 When Will I See You Again 6:27
- 8 Another Country 4:15
- 9 Letting You Go 3:27
- 10 Olomuroro 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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