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I've Got My Own Album to Do

Ronnie Wood · 1974

47 min · 11 tracks · blues

Bluesy rock grooves intertwine with soulful melodies, showcasing a vibrant mix of Ronnie Wood's songwriting and guitar prowess.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I Can Feel the Fire — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious rhythm and showcases Wood's charismatic vocal delivery mixed with dynamic instrumentation.
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    Far East Man — A standout ballad that reflects a more introspective side of Wood, blending poignant lyrics with lush arrangements that highlight his songwriting depth.
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    Act Together — This track features an engaging call-and-response structure and serves as a collaborative highlight, featuring Mick Jagger's backing vocals that enrich its appeal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

54 /100
Foothills
Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album blends strong grooves with skilled guitar work, creating a solid but not debut.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong, driving rhythm in 'I Can Feel the Fire', establishing a bluesy rock groove that persists throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • bluesy grooves for relaxed evenings
  • soulful melodies that invite introspection
  • vibrant energy for social gatherings
  • short tracks for easy enjoyment

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer polished production styles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1974, I've Got My Own Album to Do marked Ronnie Wood's solo debut while he was simultaneously a member of The Rolling Stones. This album came after his tenure with Faces, allowing him to explore personal musical themes away from the band dynamic.
Stylistic neighbors
Mick Jagger· Keith Richards· Eric Clapton

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Can Feel the Fire 4:54
  • 2 Far East Man 4:40
  • 3 Mystifies Me 3:19
  • 4 Take a Look at the Guy 2:33
  • 5 Act Together 4:25
  • 6 Am I Grooving You 3:41
  • 7 Shirley 5:21
  • 8 Cancel Everything 4:40
  • 9 Sure the One You Need 4:12
  • 10 If You Gotta Make a Fool of Somebody 3:34
  • 11 Crotch Music 6:04

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