Released 20 years ago
Electric Rodeo
Shooter Jennings · 2006
41 min · 11 tracks · country music
A fusion of classic country and rock with playful storytelling and a contemporary edge that channels an electric spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Electric Rodeo — The title track sets the tone for the entire album with its vibrant energy and catchy hooks, embodying the adventurous spirit of Jennings' artistry.
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Gone to Carolina — This track showcases Jennings' storytelling prowess, weaving a narrative of longing and escape that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Bad Magick — With its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics, this song highlights Jennings' ability to blend traditional country themes with a modern rock sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and a blend of styles, making it distinctive within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a driving beat and layered guitars, establishing an energetic tone.
- Several tracks incorporate playful storytelling, such as 'Some Rowdy Women', which blends humor with traditional country themes.
- The final track, 'It Ain't Easy', closes the album on a reflective note, contrasting with the earlier high-energy songs.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- steady mid-tempo road trip
- narrative-driven sing-along moments
- playful irreverence and storytelling
- evening campfire camaraderie
- reflective yet upbeat energy
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Electric Rodeo' was released in January 2006, Shooter Jennings had established himself as a rising force in the country music scene, following his debut album 'Put the O Back in Country' from 2005. This sophomore release marked a significant step in his evolution as an artist, showcasing his ability to blend traditional country elements with modern influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sturgill Simpson· Chris Stapleton· Brandi Carlile
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Electric Rodeo 4:33
- 2 Gone to Carolina 4:06
- 3 Some Rowdy Women 3:13
- 4 The Song Is Still Slipping Away 3:09
- 5 Hair of the Dog 4:01
- 6 Little White Lines 5:29
- 7 Alligator Chomp (The Ballad of Dr. Martin Luther Frog, Jr.) 3:10
- 8 Manifesto No. 2 2:09
- 9 Aviators 3:23
- 10 Bad Magick 5:12
- 11 It Ain't Easy 3:05
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