Let It All Begin
Shawn Smith · 1999
39 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of introspective lyrics and diverse instrumentation creates a reflective soundscape that straddles rock and alternative influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Very Best — This opening track introduces Smith's emotive vocal style and sets the reflective tone of the album, combining heartfelt lyrics with a melodic arrangement.
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Someday — With its hopeful message and catchy chorus, this song encapsulates the album's theme of perseverance and longing, showcasing Smith's knack for memorable hooks.
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Let It All Begin — The title track serves as an anthem of renewal and self-acceptance, featuring a compelling chorus that resonates with listeners seeking inspiration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong lyrical content and varied instrumentation but lacks a cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a reflective tone, followed by a gradual increase in tempo and energy through the first half.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, including strings and piano, which create a rich soundscape that complements the introspective lyrics.
- The final three tracks slow down significantly, returning to a more subdued atmosphere that contrasts with the preceding energy.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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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Someday
The bridge shifts from a narrative of uncertainty to an affirmation of hope, employing a more uplifting melody that contrasts earlier verses.
This structural shift not only elevates the emotional intensity but also signifies a turning point in the song's journey toward optimism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Very Best 4:57
- 2 Someday 4:07
- 3 Land of Gold 3:45
- 4 Love Is Always (In Your Eyes) 2:46
- 5 Until the End 4:27
- 6 Let It All Begin 3:51
- 7 The Train Is Coming 3:17
- 8 Our Song's 4:19
- 9 Pearl 4:53
- 10 On the Bank's 3:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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