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Champagne & Grits

Little Axe · 2004

53 min · 13 tracks · rhythm and blues

A fusion of blues, soul, and roots influences, driven by gritty guitar riffs and heartfelt vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    People Grinning in Your Face — This track opens the album with powerful lyrics and a driving rhythm that encapsulate the themes of deception and resilience in everyday life.
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    Finger on the Trigger — This song features a compelling narrative about urgency and confrontation, highlighted by robust instrumentation that reflects the tension in the lyrics.
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    Living and Sleeping in a Dangerous Time — With its poignant commentary on societal issues wrapped in emotive melodies, this track stands out as a reflection of contemporary struggles faced by many.
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    Go Away Devil — This song combines soulful vocals with a classic blues structure, effectively conveying themes of personal struggle and perseverance.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Finger on the Trigger

    The moment shifts from introspective thoughts to a vivid portrayal of impending action, merging urgency with storytelling.

    This transition not only propels the narrative forward but also emphasizes the weight of decision-making amidst tension.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 People Grinning in Your Face 3:57
  • 2 Finger on the Trigger 5:09
  • 3 Mean Things 6:17
  • 4 The Way I See It 0:37
  • 5 Walk on Water 4:49
  • 6 Go Away Devil 4:43
  • 7 Say My Name 4:44
  • 8 Take Me Back to the Country 1:00
  • 9 All in the Same Boat 4:10
  • 10 Living and Sleeping in a Dangerous Time 5:44
  • 11 Will I Ever Get Back Home Again? 4:21
  • 12 Cloud 3:10
  • 13 Run Sinners 4:42

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