Released 10 years ago
Dig in Deep
Bonnie Raitt · 2016
52 min · 12 tracks · blues
A rich blend of Americana, blues, and folk rock that showcases Bonnie Raitt's soulful voice and masterful slide guitar.
Top tracks — play these first
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Unintended Consequence of Love Start here — This opening track sets the emotional tone of the album with its introspective lyrics about love's complexities, showcasing Raitt's powerful vocal delivery.
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Shakin’ Shakin’ Shakes — With its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, this track highlights Raitt's ability to blend bluesy grooves with infectious energy, making it a standout moment.
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Gypsy in Me — This song features soulful instrumentation and reflections on freedom and restlessness, encapsulating the album’s exploration of personal identity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong songwriting and skilled performances but lacks a fully cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a steady mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the interaction between Raitt's voice and the backing instrumentation.
- The last two tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- soulful vocals for emotional depth
- thoughtful storytelling through lyrics
- warm instrumentation for cozy settings
- for evening unwind
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — A strong release that showcases Raitt's continued vitality and musical growth.
- Career context
- By the time 'Dig in Deep' was released in 2016, Bonnie Raitt had established herself as a respected figure in music following her commercial peak in the 1990s. This album marked her first release after a five-year hiatus since 'Slipstream' (2012), reflecting both her enduring artistry and a deepened maturity in songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucinda Williams· Shawn Colvin· Mary Chapin Carpenter
Tracklist
- 1 Unintended Consequence of Love Start here 4:49
- 2 Need You Tonight 3:19
- 3 I Knew 4:00
- 4 All Alone With Something to Say 3:11
- 5 What You’re Doin’ to Me 4:53
- 6 Shakin’ Shakin’ Shakes 4:50
- 7 Undone 4:12
- 8 If You Need Somebody 5:10
- 9 Gypsy in Me 4:09
- 10 The Comin’ Round Is Going Through 5:29
- 11 You’ve Changed My Mind 4:08
- 12 The Ones We Couldn’t Be 4:14
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