Black Country
Black Country Communion · 2010
72 min · 17 tracks · hard rock
A powerful fusion of classic rock riffs and soulful vocals, steeped in bluesy grit and dynamic instrumental interplay.
Top tracks — play these first
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One Last Soul — This track exemplifies the band’s blend of heavy guitar work and emotive lyrics, showcasing Glenn Hughes' powerful vocal delivery against a backdrop of soaring instrumentals.
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Song of Yesterday — With its reflective lyrics and expansive sound, this track stands out as a centerpiece that highlights both the band's musical dexterity and emotional depth.
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The Great Divide — Opening the album with an anthemic energy, this song establishes the band's heavy yet melodic style while addressing themes of struggle and perseverance.
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Medusa — This track features intricate guitar solos and dynamic shifts in tempo, embodying the band's hard rock ethos while exploring darker lyrical themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Strong musicianship and songwriting are evident, though the pacing issues affect its overall flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a high-energy rock sound with driving guitar riffs and powerful vocals, setting a strong tone for the album.
- 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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5/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and builds
- introspective late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Black Country Communion, formed in 2009, released their debut album in 2010 amid a resurgence of classic rock influences. This project brought together notable musicians like Joe Bonamassa and Glenn Hughes, marking a significant collaboration as they sought to revive the hard rock sound of the '70s. The album's release positioned them at the forefront of the retro rock revival movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rival Sons· Joe Bonamassa· Deep Purple
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Black Country 3:15
- 2 One Last Soul 3:52
- 3 The Great Divide 4:45
- 4 Down Again 5:45
- 5 Beggarman 4:51
- 6 Song of Yesterday 8:32
- 7 No Time 4:18
- 8 Medusa 6:56
- 9 The Revolution in Me 4:59
- 10 Stand (At the Burning Tree) 7:02
- 11 Sista Jane 6:54
- 12 Too Late for the Sun 11:21
Disc 2
- 1 The Great Divide
- 2 Interviews
- 3 Behind the Scenes
- 4 Photos
- 5 Producer’s Note
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