Anthem
Madeleine Peyroux · 2018
59 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A blend of jazz, chanson, and pop infused with introspective lyrics and warm, soulful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Anthem — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and self-empowerment through its stirring melody and poignant lyrics.
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All My Heroes — This track pays tribute to influential figures in Peyroux's life, blending nostalgia with a contemporary sound that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Down on Me — A standout for its emotional delivery, this track combines jazz elements with blues undertones, showcasing Peyroux's vocal prowess and interpretive skill.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but remains within familiar jazz territory.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of jazz instrumentation, with piano, guitar, and subtle brass arrangements throughout.
- Peyroux's vocal delivery often employs a conversational style, blending spoken word elements into melodic lines.
- Several tracks incorporate shifts in tempo and dynamics, such as 'Anthem,' which transitions from a slow build to an uplifting chorus.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- introspective and reflective moments
- easygoing background ambiance
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2018, Anthem marked Madeleine Peyroux's sixth studio album and her first since signing to Rounder Records. Following a five-year hiatus after her previous album, Peyroux returned with a renewed artistic vision that incorporated original songs alongside her signature interpretations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norah Jones· Diana Krall· Cassandra Wilson
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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All My Heroes
The narrative shifts from personal reflection to honoring lost icons creates an evocative connection between past and present.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On My Own 4:06
- 2 Down on Me 5:00
- 3 Party Tyme 4:37
- 4 Anthem 5:25
- 5 All My Heroes 3:59
- 6 On a Sunday Afternoon 4:17
- 7 The Brand New Deal 4:57
- 8 Lullaby 5:22
- 9 Honey Party 4:01
- 10 The Ghosts of Tomorrow 4:14
- 11 We Might as Well Dance 3:17
- 12 Liberté 4:32
- 13 Last Night When We Were Young 5:44
What to play next
Secular Hymns
2016
Continues the introspective vibe with a focus on emotional depth.
The Blue Room
2013
Sets the stage with a similar jazz influence and lyrical exploration.
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