Dodge and Burn
The Dead Weather · 2015
42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A gritty fusion of blues-infused rock and experimental sounds, layered with haunting vocals and visceral instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Feel Love (Every Million Miles) — This opening track envelops listeners in an atmospheric blend of pulsating rhythms and layered melodies, setting the tone for the album's explorative sound.
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Buzzkill(er) — With its infectious chorus and driving beat, this track captures the essence of the band's raw edge, reflecting themes of frustration and disillusionment.
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Rough Detective — The gritty instrumentation and darkly playful lyrics create an intense narrative that embodies the album's overall mood of tension and urgency.
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Be Still — This haunting ballad showcases the band's ability to juxtapose vulnerability with strength, featuring lush arrangements that highlight the emotional weight of the lyrics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends gritty rock with experimental elements, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinct vocal styles.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo drive, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and dynamics.
- Vocals are often layered with effects, creating a haunting atmosphere that complements the gritty instrumentation.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, which disrupt the flow but add to the album's experimental edge.
- 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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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 groove throughout
- gritty raw energy for focus
- dark allure for late nights
- engaging rhythm for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, Dodge and Burn marked The Dead Weather's first album since 2009's Sea of Cowards, showcasing a return to a more collaborative effort among the band members. This release came during a period of increased activity for frontman Jack White, who was also pursuing his solo career and other projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Raconteurs· Queens of the Stone Age· Jack White
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Feel Love (Every Million Miles) 3:16
- 2 Buzzkill(er) 3:08
- 3 Let Me Through 4:17
- 4 Three Dollar Hat 3:23
- 5 Lose the Right 3:18
- 6 Rough Detective 3:03
- 7 Open Up 3:50
- 8 Be Still 2:48
- 9 Mile Markers 3:46
- 10 Cop and Go 4:07
- 11 Too Bad 3:47
- 12 Impossible Winner 4:00
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