Blues from the Gutter
Champion Jack Dupree · 1958
36 min · 10 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of boogie-woogie and Delta blues, steeped in the raw essence of street-level storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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T.B. Blues — This track captures Dupree's storytelling prowess, reflecting on the harsh realities of tuberculosis with a poignant yet infectious rhythm.
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Evil Woman — With its catchy melody and relatable lyrics about heartbreak, this track exemplifies Dupree's ability to blend humor with lament in his songwriting.
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Stack‐o‐Lee — A classic tale of crime and consequence, this rendition showcases Dupree's powerful vocals and rhythmic piano work, making it a standout narrative piece on the album.
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 energetic performances, though its cohesion dips in the second half.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lively boogie-woogie track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Dupree's piano often leads the arrangements, with his vocals weaving in and out of the instrumental sections, creating a call-and-response dynamic.
- Several tracks feature traditional blues structures, but Dupree incorporates rhythmic variations that keep the sound fresh and engaging.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strollin’ 3:01
- 2 T.B. Blues 3:42
- 3 Can’t Kick the Habit 3:43
- 4 Evil Woman 4:21
- 5 Nasty Boogie 3:10
- 6 Junker’s Blues 3:12
- 7 Bad Blood 3:59
- 8 Goin’ Down Slow 4:04
- 9 Frankie & Johnny 3:23
- 10 Stack‐o‐Lee 3:56
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