Holding All the Roses
Blackberry Smoke · 2015
49 min · 14 tracks · country music
A fusion of Southern rock and country, layered with heartfelt storytelling and rich instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Holding All the Roses — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and hope, showcasing a blend of melodic hooks and poignant lyrics that resonate deeply.
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Living in the Song — With its reflective lyrics and catchy chorus, this track stands out as an anthem for embracing life's moments through music, exemplifying Blackberry Smoke's storytelling prowess.
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Payback's a Bitch — This song features a gritty narrative about consequences and resilience, delivering a compelling mix of energy and emotion that highlights the band's rock influences.
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Fire in the Hole — A high-energy track with driving rhythms and sharp lyrics, it showcases the band’s ability to blend humor with social commentary, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends Southern rock and country with strong storytelling, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered harmonies and instrumental solos that highlight the band's Southern rock influences.
- The lyrics across the album often tell stories or reflect personal experiences, creating a narrative thread throughout.
- 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
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling with warmth
- inviting sing-along choruses
- for cozy gatherings
- balanced mix of energy levels
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer high-energy dance music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Holding All the Roses' was released in 2015, Blackberry Smoke had already established themselves as a prominent act in the Southern rock scene, following their breakthrough album 'The Whippoorwill' in 2013. This record came after extensive touring and solidified their reputation for blending traditional country elements with rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Whiskey Myers· Chris Stapleton· Zac Brown Band
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let Me Help You (Find the Door) 3:04
- 2 Holding All the Roses 3:17
- 3 Living in the Song 3:24
- 4 Rock and Roll Again 2:50
- 5 Woman in the Moon 4:39
- 6 Too High 3:12
- 7 Wish in One Hand 3:10
- 8 Randolph County Farewell 1:17
- 9 Payback's a Bitch 4:20
- 10 Lay It All on Me 3:10
- 11 No Way Back to Eden 4:35
- 12 Fire in the Hole 3:47
- 13 Pearls 4:21
- 14 Ain't Got The Blues (Live Acoustic) 4:01
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