Every Time You Say Goodbye
Alison Krauss · 1992
42 min · 14 tracks · country music
A heartfelt blend of bluegrass and country, woven with emotive vocals and lush instrumentation that resonates deeply.
Top tracks — play these first
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Every Time You Say Goodbye — The title track showcases Krauss's hauntingly beautiful vocals paired with poignant lyrics about parting, establishing the emotional core of the album.
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Lose Again — This track highlights Krauss's ability to convey vulnerability through her expressive delivery, making it a standout representation of her artistry.
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Cluck Old Hen — A lively rendition of a traditional folk song, this track exemplifies Krauss's roots in bluegrass while illustrating her versatility as a performer.
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 skilled instrumentation, solidifying Krauss's role in bluegrass and country music.
What we noticed
- Instrumentation features prominent fiddle and mandolin, which are central to the bluegrass sound, alongside traditional acoustic guitar and bass.
- Several tracks include harmonies that intertwine Krauss's lead vocals with backing singers, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- 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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6/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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 melodic journey throughout
- haunting melodies for reflection
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- ideal for quiet evenings
- gentle background for conversations
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1992, Every Time You Say Goodbye was Alison Krauss's second studio album, following her debut, Too Late to Cry. At this point in her career, she was establishing herself as a significant figure in the bluegrass and country music scenes, showcasing her unique vocal style and musicianship.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dolly Parton· Emmylou Harris· Nickel Creek
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Every Time You Say Goodbye 3:18
- 2 Another Night 2:58
- 3 Last Love Letter 3:06
- 4 Cluck Old Hen 2:34
- 5 Who Can Blame You? 3:19
- 6 It Won’t Work This Time 3:00
- 7 Heartstrings 3:33
- 8 I Don’t Know Why 2:45
- 9 Cloudy Days 3:20
- 10 New Fool 2:49
- 11 Shield of Faith 2:36
- 12 Lose Again 2:57
- 13 Another Day, Another Dollar 2:31
- 14 Jesus Help Me to Stand 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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