Counterfeit Blues
Corb Lund · 2014
38 min · 12 tracks · country music
A rustic blend of storytelling and twang, where every note feels like an open road adventure through the Canadian landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Counterfeiters' Blues — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of authenticity and deception, blending humor with poignant observations about life on the fringes.
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Hurtin' Albertan — This track reflects Lund's roots and offers a raw expression of pride and struggle, resonating deeply with Alberta's identity and culture.
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Little Foothills Heaven — This song paints a vivid picture of the natural beauty of Alberta, serving as a love letter to the landscape and lifestyle that shapes Lund's artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Counterfeit Blues showcases strong songwriting and traditional instrumentation, making it a solid entry in contemporary country music.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of storytelling lyrics that reflect personal and regional themes, particularly in tracks like 'Hurtin' Albertan' and 'Little Foothills Heaven'.
- Instrumentation prominently includes acoustic guitars, fiddles, and bass, creating a traditional country sound that is both rustic and polished.
- Several tracks incorporate playful wordplay and humor, such as 'Big Butch Bass Bull Fiddle', which adds a light-hearted touch to the overall narrative.
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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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
- heartfelt narratives with steady pacing
- for late-night storytelling
- engaging tales of everyday life
- mid-tempo tunes for relaxed listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Counterfeit Blues is Corb Lund's fifth studio album, coming after his critically acclaimed record, Cabin Fever. At this point in his career, Lund had solidified his reputation within the Americana and country scenes, showcasing a distinctive style that uniquely blends traditional sounds with modern narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sturgill Simpson· Kacey Musgraves· Jason Isbell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Counterfeiters' Blues 3:33
- 2 Good Copenhagen 3:20
- 3 Big Butch Bass Bull Fiddle 2:13
- 4 Hair in My Eyes Like a Highland Steer 3:17
- 5 Little Foothills Heaven 3:17
- 6 Five Dollar Bill 2:28
- 7 Buckin' Horse Rider 4:00
- 8 Hurtin' Albertan 3:20
- 9 (Gonna) Shine Up My Boots 2:19
- 10 Truck Got Stuck 3:02
- 11 Roughest Neck Around 3:24
- 12 Truth Comes Out 3:50
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