Daughter
Lydia Loveless · 2020
42 min · 10 tracks · alternative country
A blend of raw emotion and country-inflected melodies backed by gritty instrumentation and Loveless's compelling vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dead Writer — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its confessional lyrics and haunting melody, showcasing Loveless's ability to weave storytelling into her songs.
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Love Is Not Enough — This track highlights Loveless's sharp lyricism as she navigates the complexities of relationships, blending vulnerability with a catchy chorus.
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Daughter — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional core, addressing themes of familial expectations and personal identity with poignant honesty.
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Say My Name — This song stands out for its raw emotionality and dynamic arrangement, illustrating Loveless's knack for balancing intensity with melodic grace.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Daughter combines strong songwriting with compelling performances, creating an engaging experience throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a driving rhythm and layered instrumentation, establishing a high energy that contrasts with the introspective themes.
- Several songs incorporate a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album's title track features a gradual build-up, culminating in a powerful vocal climax that showcases Loveless's range.
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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When You’re Gone
The narrative shifts from reflection to confrontation, revealing unspoken feelings about absence and longing.
This shift marks a turning point in the song, moving from nostalgia to an urgent plea that reveals deeper emotional stakes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dead Writer 4:16
- 2 Love Is Not Enough 3:20
- 3 Wringer 3:23
- 4 Can’t Think 4:40
- 5 Say My Name 4:32
- 6 Never 4:17
- 7 Daughter 4:59
- 8 When You’re Gone 2:57
- 9 September 4:51
- 10 Don’t Bother Mountain 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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