Fathoms Deep
Linda Lewis · 1973
38 min · 12 tracks · funk
A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and intricate harmonies, enveloped in a warm pop-funk atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fathoms Deep — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its lush arrangements and introspective lyrics, establishing Lewis's unique vocal style.
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I’m in Love Again — This song showcases an infectious groove paired with playful lyrics, highlighting Lewis's ability to blend funk rhythms with pop melodies.
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Red Light Ladies — With its sharp storytelling and catchy hooks, this track exemplifies Lewis's knack for crafting narratives that resonate emotionally while remaining upbeat.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong songwriting and vibrant arrangements, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a layered vocal harmony that sets a warm, inviting tone for the album.
- Several tracks feature intricate instrumental arrangements, including brass and strings, which enhance the funk elements.
- The tempo varies significantly across the album, with tracks like 'Play Around' maintaining an upbeat groove while others slow down to showcase lyrical depth.
- 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
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
- vibrant melodies for joyful moments
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful tunes for social gatherings
- warm harmonies during relaxed evenings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, serious compositions
- want intense, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Linda Lewis released 'Fathoms Deep' in 1973, she was transitioning from her early work as a session musician into a solo artist spotlight. This album followed her previous effort, 'Lark', and marked her growing prominence in the UK music scene, showcasing her ability to craft songs that combined light pop sensibilities with deeper emotional undertones.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Betty Wright· Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fathoms Deep 3:53
- 2 I’m in Love Again 3:47
- 3 Red Light Ladies 2:24
- 4 If I Could 3:06
- 5 Kingman Tinman 3:16
- 6 Lullabye 2:51
- 7 Play Around 3:10
- 8 Wise Eyes 2:46
- 9 Guffer 4:24
- 10 Goodbye Joanna 3:08
- 11 On the Stage 3:42
- 12 Moles 1:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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