Top tracks — play these first
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One Good Piece of Me — This track features a compelling mix of catchy hooks and reflective lyrics, encapsulating the album's emotional core while showcasing the band's signature sound. Its anthemic chorus stands out as both accessible and deeply resonant.
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A Speedy Recovery — With its dynamic shifts between heavy instrumentation and softer melodic sections, this song illustrates the band's versatility. The lyrics explore themes of healing and introspection, adding layers of meaning.
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Floodgates — This track closes the album with an epic feel, combining powerful vocals and intricate guitar solos. Its lyrical exploration of vulnerability ties together the overarching themes presented throughout Grace Street.
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 introspective lyrics, creating a solid yet familiar hard rock experience.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo, while the second half introduces more varied pacing, including slower ballads.
- Several tracks incorporate intricate guitar solos that are woven into the fabric of the songs rather than standing apart as separate sections.
- The lyrics often reflect introspective themes, with a focus on personal experiences and emotional resonance, which is evident in multiple tracks.
- 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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6/10
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
- wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
- rich instrumental layers to explore
- reflective moments for quiet introspection
- cathartic release with dynamic shifts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- want standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Grace Street is Big Wreck's fifth studio album, released after a five-year hiatus following their previous album, Albatross. The band had reformed in 2012 and was seeking to solidify their sound and reconnect with fans. This album represents a continuation of their artistic evolution, showcasing mature songwriting and diverse musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Stone Temple Pilots
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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You Don't Even Know
The bridge introduces a shift in perspective as the lyrics confront an unnamed subject about their ignorance towards deeper emotions.
This moment marks a departure from earlier verses by directly addressing the emotional disconnect, enhancing the song's urgency.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Comes as No Surprise 4:17
- 2 One Good Piece of Me 3:55
- 3 Tomorrow Down 4:37
- 4 You Don't Even Know 3:51
- 5 Useless 5:17
- 6 A Speedy Recovery 7:37
- 7 Motionless 5:31
- 8 Digging In 5:03
- 9 The Receiving End 3:21
- 10 Floodgates 5:32
- 11 The Arborist 5:46
- 12 Skybunk Marché 7:02
- 13 All My Fears on You 6:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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