Lee Roy Parnell
Lee Roy Parnell · 1990
38 min · 10 tracks · blues
A seamless blend of blues and country that showcases heartfelt storytelling with vibrant instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oughta Be a Law — As the lead single, this track combines catchy melodies with clever lyrics about love and relationships, capturing Parnell's unique style.
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Fifty-Fifty Love — This song highlights Parnell's ability to blend bluesy guitar riffs with country sensibilities, making it a standout representation of his musical identity.
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Crocodile Tears — With its emotive storytelling and rich instrumentation, this track showcases Parnell's lyrical prowess and vocal range, further solidifying his artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines blues and country elements effectively, showcasing storytelling but lacks standout compositions.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong lead single that sets a mid-tempo pace, followed by tracks that vary in tempo but maintain a consistent country-blues feel.
- The lyrics across the album often tell personal stories or depict relatable scenarios, enhancing the emotional connection for listeners.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
- heartfelt storytelling with warmth
- easy-going evening gatherings vibe
- engaging sing-along moments
- short tracks for quick listens
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of complex arrangements
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Lee Roy Parnell's self-titled debut album arrived in 1990, marking the start of his career after years of performing as a session guitarist. This release positioned him within the burgeoning '90s country music scene, where he began to carve out his niche as a singer-songwriter blending traditional country with blues influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Keb' Mo'· Vince Gill· Chris Isaak
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Fifty-Fifty Love
The bridge shifts perspective to convey mutual longing between partners, emphasizing vulnerability in love.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oughta Be a Law 4:20
- 2 Fifty-Fifty Love 4:28
- 3 Where Is My Baby Tonight 3:35
- 4 Crocodile Tears 4:02
- 5 Family Tree 3:07
- 6 Let’s Pretend 4:10
- 7 You’re Taking Too Long 4:12
- 8 Mexican Money 3:05
- 9 Down Deep 4:00
- 10 Red Hot 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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