Kiss Me with the Wind
Brenda Russell · 1990
51 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A lush blend of pop, jazz, and R&B, infused with heartfelt lyrics and sophisticated melodies that evoke a sense of yearning.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kiss Me With the Wind — This title track captures the album's essence with its romantic longing and lush instrumentation, encapsulating Russell's signature style.
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Stupid Love — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and introspective lyrics, showcasing Russell's ability to blend pop sensibilities with emotional depth.
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Dinner With Gershwin — This song pays homage to classic American music while intertwining personal storytelling, highlighting Russell's unique artistry and vocal prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features intricate arrangements and heartfelt lyrics but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs incorporate jazz-influenced chord progressions, particularly in the piano arrangements, which add complexity to the pop structure.
- The lyrics often explore themes of love and longing, with a notable use of metaphor in tracks like 'Kiss Me With the Wind' and 'Justice in Truth.'
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Waiting for You
The bridge shifts to an intimate declaration of devotion and anticipation that contrasts with earlier verses focused on uncertainty.
This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by moving from doubt to commitment, illustrating a transformative moment in the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kiss Me With the Wind 4:29
- 2 Stupid Love 3:47
- 3 All American 4:16
- 4 Stop Running Away 5:25
- 5 Waiting for You 5:18
- 6 Justice in Truth 4:21
- 7 Dinner With Gershwin 4:33
- 8 Good for Love 5:22
- 9 Night Train to Leningrad 5:11
- 10 Drive My Car ('til Sunset) 4:50
- 11 On Your Side 3:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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