Released 50 years ago
Derringer
Rick Derringer · 1976
39 min · 8 tracks · blues
A fusion of bluesy rock and jazz-inflected grooves delivered through gritty guitar work and soulful vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let Me In — The opening track sets the tone with its energetic rhythm and catchy hooks, highlighting Derringer's adept guitar playing and vocal prowess.
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Loosen Up Your Grip — This track stands out for its blend of rock dynamics and jazzy improvisation, showcasing Derringer’s versatility as both a musician and a songwriter.
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Goodbye Again — The closing track offers a reflective mood, featuring poignant lyrics and emotive guitar solos that encapsulate the album’s emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Derringer blends rock with jazz and blues influences, creating a distinctive sound marked by strong guitar work.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent guitar riffs, while the fourth track shifts to a slower, more introspective groove.
- Vocals are layered with harmonies in several tracks, creating a rich texture that complements the instrumental arrangements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- gritty guitar-driven emotional release
- soulful vocals for reflective moments
- engaging grooves for social gatherings
- mid-tempo rhythms for easy listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1976, Derringer was Rick Derringer's third solo album after his successful work with the McCoys and contributions to the band The Edgar Winter Group. At this point, he was shifting towards a more personal sound, building on his established reputation as a skilled guitarist and songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Johnny Winter· Joe Walsh· Stevie Ray Vaughan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let Me In 3:31
- 2 You Can Have Me 4:23
- 3 Loosen Up Your Grip 6:39
- 4 Envy 4:40
- 5 Comes A Woman 5:29
- 6 Sailor 4:25
- 7 Beyond The Universe 5:50
- 8 Goodbye Again 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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