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Billy Strings · 2019
59 min · 15 tracks
A vibrant blend of bluegrass and Americana that captures the essence of storytelling through intricate instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Home — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of nostalgia and belonging, featuring intricate guitar work and poignant lyrics that reflect on personal roots.
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Running — This track showcases Strings’ ability to blend traditional bluegrass with modern sensibilities, featuring a fast-paced tempo and engaging storytelling that captures a sense of urgency.
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Away From the Mire — With its contemplative lyrics and expansive arrangement, this song highlights Strings’ skill in creating emotional depth while maintaining a strong musical foundation.
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Watch It Fall — This track stands out for its reflective narrative and dynamic instrumentation, allowing for a moment of introspection amidst the upbeat energy of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong musicianship and songwriting but has some pacing issues in its sequencing.
What we noticed
- Billy Strings employs intricate guitar work that often includes rapid fingerpicking and complex solos, particularly in tracks like 'Guitar Peace'.
- Several songs incorporate layered harmonies, with backing vocals complementing the lead throughout the record.
- The last three tracks create a reflective mood, gradually slowing down and featuring more subdued instrumentation.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Taking Water 4:08
- 2 Must Be Seven 3:28
- 3 Running 2:58
- 4 Away From the Mire 7:43
- 5 Home 7:35
- 6 Watch It Fall 4:36
- 7 Long Forgotten Dream 4:27
- 8 Highway Hypnosis 5:07
- 9 Enough to Leave 3:44
- 10 Hollow Heart 2:35
- 11 Love Like Me 2:51
- 12 Everything’s the Same 2:54
- 13 Guitar Peace 4:06
- 14 Freedom 2:44
- 15 Big Sandy 0:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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