Changing Colours
The Sheepdogs · 2018
49 min · 17 tracks · blues rock
A vibrant blend of southern rock and blues, infused with heartfelt storytelling and infectious grooves that invite listeners to dance along.
Top tracks — play these first
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I’ve Got a Hole Where My Heart Should Be — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core with its catchy melody and lyrics about longing and vulnerability, making it relatable for listeners.
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Let It Roll — With its upbeat tempo and anthemic chorus, this song showcases the band's ability to craft feel-good music that encourages a carefree attitude.
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Born a Restless Man — This brief yet impactful track highlights the band's storytelling prowess, exploring themes of restlessness and personal struggle within a tight musical framework.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends classic rock influences with polished production, offering engaging grooves but lacking a strong narrative arc.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the overall energy.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the storytelling aspect of the lyrics.
- The instrumentation prominently features guitar solos and brass sections, which contribute to the vibrant sound characteristic of southern rock.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious grooves for dancing
- heartfelt storytelling with warmth
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- upbeat tunes for social moments
- carefree vibes for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening sessions
- demanding, lengthy musical journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2018, Changing Colours is The Sheepdogs' fifth studio album and marks a significant moment following their Juno Award-winning album, Future Nostalgia. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning into a more polished sound while maintaining their rootsy charm, showcasing their growth as songwriters and musicians.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Black Keys· Greta Van Fleet· Marcus King
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nobody 4:30
- 2 I’ve Got a Hole Where My Heart Should Be 3:07
- 3 Saturday Night 2:56
- 4 Let It Roll 3:42
- 5 The Big Nowhere 3:40
- 6 I Ain’t Cool 3:26
- 7 You Got to Be a Man 2:16
- 8 Cool Down 2:37
- 9 Kiss the Brass Ring 1:50
- 10 Cherries Jubilee 2:17
- 11 I’m Just Waiting for My Time 4:20
- 12 Born a Restless Man 1:39
- 13 The Bailieboro Turnaround 1:31
- 14 Up in Canada 3:46
- 15 H.M.S. Buffalo 0:59
- 16 Esprit Des Corps 2:33
- 17 Run Baby Run 4:22
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