Brothers of the 4×4
Hank Williams III · 2013
89 min · 16 tracks · country music
A gritty blend of honky-tonk and Southern rock, infused with raw storytelling and unapologetic authenticity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Brothers of the 4x4 — The title track embodies the album's central themes of camaraderie and resilience, featuring a driving rhythm that mirrors the rebellious spirit of its lyrics.
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Hurtin for Certin — This track highlights Williams' ability to convey deep emotional pain through vivid storytelling and a classic country sound that resonates with listeners.
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Loners 4 Life — An anthem for outcasts and nonconformists, this song captures the essence of Williams’ persona while blending catchy hooks with heartfelt lyrics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of genres and storytelling sets it apart within the underground country movement.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of gritty guitar riffs and traditional country instrumentation, blending honky-tonk with Southern rock elements.
- Lyrically, the tracks often tell personal stories or depict vivid imagery, with several songs featuring conversational delivery and a raw vocal style.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- gritty storytelling with raw emotion
- long tracks for deep engagement
- rebellious spirit with a pulse
- reflective moments amidst energetic bursts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, upbeat tracks
- seek polished, radio-friendly sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Brothers of the 4×4 is Hank Williams III's sixth studio album, following his 2008 release, Damn Right, Rebel Proud. By this time, he had established himself as a distinctive voice within the country music scene, known for his rebellious spirit and genre-blending style that combines traditional country with punk and metal influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Waylon Jennings· David Allan Coe· Sturgill Simpson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Nearly Gone 8:34
- 2 Hurtin for Certin 4:34
- 3 Brothers of the 4x4 3:57
- 4 Farthest Away 6:06
- 5 Held Up 5:04
- 6 The Outdoor Plan 4:21
- 7 Deep Scars 6:51
- 8 Looky Yonder Commin 5:01
- 9 Aint Broken Down 6:27
- 10 Overdrive 4:30
- 11 Loners 4 Life 7:48
- 12 Dread Full Drive 6:44
Disc 2
- 1 Gettin Dim 2:37
- 2 Possum in a Tree 2:55
- 3 Broken Boogie 7:44
- 4 Toothpickin 5:56
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