Autumn Song
Mose Allison · 1959
35 min · 10 tracks · blues
A blend of jazz and blues, filled with witty lyricism and a laid-back vibe that invites introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Autumn Song — The title track encapsulates the album's reflective mood, combining rich imagery with a relaxed tempo that showcases Allison's lyrical prowess.
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Eyesight to the Blind — Allison's interpretation of this classic blues number highlights his ability to transform traditional material into something fresh and innovative through his jazzy arrangement.
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That's All Right — This track stands out for its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, demonstrating Allison's knack for blending humor with musicality while paying homage to blues traditions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Allison blends jazz and blues with witty lyrics, creating a distinctive sound that resonates over time.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow, laid-back tempo in 'Promenade', setting a reflective mood that continues through several tracks.
- Allison's piano work features intricate jazz chords paired with bluesy melodies, particularly evident in 'Devil in the Cane Field'.
- Tracks like 'Autumn Song' and 'Spires' utilize a sparse arrangement, allowing Allison's vocal delivery and lyrical content to take center stage.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- smooth transitions between tracks
- short bursts of lyrical wit
- easygoing background for conversations
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1959, Autumn Song was Mose Allison's second studio album, following his debut, Back Country Suite. At this point in his career, he was beginning to establish a distinctive style that fused elements of jazz with Southern blues, showcasing his unique vocal delivery and lyrical wit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ray Charles· Bill Evans· Nina Simone
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Autumn Song
The imagery shifts from vibrant life to the quiet acceptance of change as the seasons turn.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Promenade 4:14
- 2 Eyesight to the Blind 1:45
- 3 It's Crazy 3:42
- 4 That's All Right 2:30
- 5 Devil in the Cane Field 4:07
- 6 Strange 3:10
- 7 Autumn Song 3:45
- 8 Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me 3:15
- 9 Spires 3:07
- 10 Groovin' High 5:39
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