Hobo's Taunt
Willie P. Bennett · 1977
39 min · 10 tracks · country music
A rich tapestry of storytelling woven with heartfelt melodies and acoustic instrumentation, capturing the essence of the Canadian folk tradition.
Top tracks — play these first
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Come on Train — This track opens the album with a driving rhythm and vivid imagery of longing for escape, setting a compelling tone for the themes explored throughout.
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Hobo's Taunt — As the title track, it encapsulates Bennett's narrative style, blending melancholy with a sense of freedom through its storytelling about life on the road.
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Lonely One Car Funerals — This poignant song stands out due to its reflective lyrics about solitude and grief, showcasing Bennett's skill at conveying deep emotion through simple yet impactful imagery.
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You — With its heartfelt melody and intimate lyrics, this track exemplifies Bennett’s talent for personal storytelling, allowing listeners to connect deeply with his experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends storytelling and acoustic instrumentation effectively, though it remains rooted in familiar country sounds.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a steady mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone with slower melodies.
- Several songs feature intricate acoustic guitar work that complements the storytelling lyrics, enhancing the emotional weight of the narratives.
- The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for a contemplative finish that contrasts with the earlier energy.
- 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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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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Storm Clouds
The verses shift from serene observations of nature to foreboding reflections on personal turmoil, creating a juxtaposition that enriches the narrative.
This structural choice emphasizes the contrast between external calm and internal conflict, adding depth to the emotional landscape of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Come on Train 3:18
- 2 Lace and Pretty Flowers 3:55
- 3 Storm Clouds 4:35
- 4 Hobo's Taunt 3:44
- 5 Stealin' Away 4:19
- 6 A Woman Never Knows 2:47
- 7 Lonely One Car Funerals 3:38
- 8 If You Have to Choose 3:50
- 9 You 4:28
- 10 Faces 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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