Released 30 years ago
Doyle Bramhall II
Doyle Bramhall II · 1996
53 min · 13 tracks · blues
A soulful blend of blues and rock that intertwines heartfelt lyrics with intricate guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ain't Goin' Down Slow — This track exemplifies Bramhall's ability to merge traditional blues elements with contemporary rock energy, showcasing both his vocal prowess and masterful guitar skills.
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True Emotion — Here, Bramhall reveals his songwriting depth, weaving personal narrative with emotional resonance through vivid imagery and poignant melodies.
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Bleeding From a Scratch — This song stands out for its raw energy and intensity, effectively capturing the struggles of love and loss through a powerful vocal delivery.
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Jealous Sky — In this track, Bramhall's guitar work takes center stage, blending intricate solos with reflective lyrics that explore themes of longing and regret.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends intricate guitar work with soulful lyrics, establishing a solid foundation for modern blues-rock.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the soulful feel and engaging the listener.
- The tempo varies significantly across the tracks, with some maintaining a slow blues groove while others shift to more upbeat rock rhythms.
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Song From the Grave 5:14
- 2 Ain't Goin' Down Slow 4:18
- 3 What You Gonna Do 4:18
- 4 Close to Me 4:48
- 5 True Emotion 3:58
- 6 Bleeding From a Scratch 4:43
- 7 Time 2:56
- 8 Part II 3:52
- 9 He Stole Our Love Away 3:05
- 10 The Reason I Live 4:15
- 11 They Get Together 2:46
- 12 Jealous Sky 4:38
- 13 Stay a While 5:01
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