Between the Devil & the Deep Blue Sea cover

Between the Devil & the Deep Blue Sea

Black Stone Cherry · 2011

43 min · 12 tracks · hard rock

A gritty blend of Southern rock and hard-hitting anthems that captures raw emotional intensity.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 and was well-received for its energetic mix of hard rock sounds with Southern influences. Its success helped to further establish Black Stone Cherry as leading figures in modern Southern rock, influencing up-and-coming bands within the genre.
Best for
short, punchy song bursts energetic driving motivation raw emotional intensity
Context
Released on May 31, 2011, 'Between the Devil & the Deep Blue Sea' is Black Stone Cherry's third studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2006 and 'Folklore and Superstition' in 2008. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the hard rock scene, building on previous successes while exploring a more polished sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Myles Kennedy· Mötley Crüe· Crush 40

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You and I Standout 3:34
  • 2 Rebel Standout 3:12
  • 3 Suzie 3:11
  • 4 Original Sin 2:50
  • 5 Back to the Future 2:28
  • 6 Jimmy 2:51
  • 7 2 Am 3:36
  • 8 The One 3:53
  • 9 Too Young Standout 2:43
  • 10 Rock N Roll Band 4:12
  • 11 Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea 3:49
  • 12 City Blues 7:04

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