Dear Children
The Black Sorrows · 1987
41 min · 10 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of blues-infused rock with soulful melodies and poignant storytelling that reflects the Australian landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Daughters of Glory — This track features an infectious groove and powerful vocals that capture the album's spirit while addressing themes of resilience and empowerment.
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Mystified — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this song exemplifies the emotional depth present throughout Dear Children, showcasing the band's lyrical craftsmanship.
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The Big Time — The Big Time stands out for its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, reflecting the celebratory yet reflective nature of the album, making it a live favorite.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic blues-rock with storytelling, but lacks strong cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate brass instrumentation, adding a rich texture to the blues-rock sound.
- The lyrics often tell stories that evoke imagery of Australian landscapes and experiences, particularly in tracks like 'Daughters of Glory' and 'Dear Children'.
- The final track ends on a reflective note, contrasting with the more lively earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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
- poignant storytelling about life
- vibrant melodies for road trips
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- catchy sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- want heavy experimental sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Dear Children marked The Black Sorrows' third studio album, following their breakthrough success with the previous album, Hold On to Me. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the Australian music scene, characterized by a rich blend of blues, rock, and gospel influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Teskey Brothers· Joe Cocker· Keb' Mo'
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Daughters of Glory 4:08
- 2 Mystified 4:35
- 3 The Big Time 4:01
- 4 Tin Gods 4:33
- 5 Wild Street Girl 5:08
- 6 Dear Children 3:21
- 7 Blue Horizon 5:33
- 8 The Last Frontier 3:38
- 9 Maybe Tomorrow 3:05
- 10 Foolish Girl 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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