Faster
42 min · 12 tracks · blues
A vibrant fusion of blues-rock energy and soulful lyrical depth that propels the listener through its dynamic soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Faster — The title track captures the album's energetic essence, blending compelling guitar riffs with an infectious rhythm that sets the tone for Fish's artistic direction.
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Crowd Control — This track stands out with its anthemic chorus and sharp social commentary, showcasing Fish's ability to merge personal themes with broader societal issues.
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Better Be Lonely — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this song reveals a more vulnerable side of Fish, illustrating her range as a songwriter and 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 production but remains within familiar blues-rock territory.
What we noticed
- The first track, 'Faster', opens with a driving beat and layered guitar riffs that set an energetic tone for the album.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, creating an interactive feel between Fish and her backing band.
- Lyrically, the songs often explore themes of love and resilience, with metaphors that deepen the emotional impact.
- 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
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
- upbeat energy for driving
- anthems for lively gatherings
- cathartic release through rhythm
- engaging hooks for sing-alongs
- dynamic pacing keeps attention
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek minimalist arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2021, 'Faster' marks Samantha Fish's fifth studio album and showcases her evolution as an artist. This album follows her critically acclaimed 2019 release, 'Kill or Be Kind', during a phase where she was gaining recognition for her unique blend of blues and rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Bonamassa· Keb' Mo'· Susan Tedeschi
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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All Ice No Whiskey
In a pivotal verse, the narrative shifts from hopeful longing to stark reality as it confronts emotional emptiness.
This turn in perspective deepens the emotional weight of the song, shifting from romantic idealism to a candid acknowledgment of disappointment.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Faster 2:55
- 2 All Ice No Whiskey 3:09
- 3 Twisted Ambition 3:14
- 4 Hypnotic 3:09
- 5 Forever Together 2:53
- 6 Crowd Control 4:18
- 7 Imaginary War 3:09
- 8 Loud 4:53
- 9 Better Be Lonely 3:40
- 10 So‐Called Lover 3:05
- 11 Like a Classic 3:47
- 12 All the Words 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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