Released 20 years ago
Just a Matter of Time
Randy Rogers Band · 2006
49 min · 12 tracks · country music
A rich blend of heartfelt storytelling and traditional country instrumentation that captures the essence of modern Americana.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kiss Me in the Dark — With a romantic yet bittersweet narrative, this track exemplifies the band's ability to weave emotional depth into catchy melodies, making it a fan favorite.
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Whiskey's Got a Hold on Me — This song captures classic themes of love and loss through a poignant lens, blending nostalgic lyrics with an engaging chorus that resonates with listeners.
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Just a Matter of Time — The title track stands out for its introspective lyrics and relatable themes of patience and uncertainty in love, embodying the album’s core message.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and traditional instrumentation but doesn't significantly stand out in the genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo feel, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone with slower instrumentation.
- Several songs feature prominent steel guitar and fiddle, which are staples of traditional country music, enhancing the Americana sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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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You Could Change My Mind
The bridge shifts to a hopeful tone as the singer contemplates the possibility of reconciliation, contrasting earlier doubts expressed in the verses.
This transition reveals an emotional pivot that adds complexity to the narrative, emphasizing vulnerability alongside hope.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Better Off Wrong 4:25
- 2 Kiss Me in the Dark 3:48
- 3 One More Goodbye 4:14
- 4 Just a Matter of Time 3:56
- 5 You Could've Left Me 4:06
- 6 You Could Change My Mind 3:45
- 7 Before I Believe It's True 4:52
- 8 You Start Over Your Way 3:16
- 9 If Anyone Asks 4:24
- 10 You Don't Know Me 4:07
- 11 If I Told You the Truth 3:58
- 12 Whiskey's Got a Hold on Me 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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