Liberty (Lindi Ortega album)
Lindi Ortega · 2018
46 min · 15 tracks · country music
A poignant blend of folk and country, rich with storytelling and atmospheric instrumentation that evokes deep emotional resonance.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Ain't Foolin' Me — This track features sharp lyrical wit and showcases Ortega's vocal prowess, making it a defining moment on the album that captures the essence of her storytelling.
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Til My Dyin' Day — The song's haunting melody paired with introspective lyrics reflects the album's overarching themes of resilience and hope, serving as an emotional anchor.
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Darkness Be Gone — This track stands out for its empowering message and engaging arrangement, representing a key moment in Ortega’s journey towards self-acceptance and liberation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production while maintaining a cohesive narrative through its structure.
What we noticed
- The album features a recurring motif of 'Through the Dust' in three parts, creating a narrative thread that connects different themes.
- Several tracks incorporate layered instrumentation, blending traditional country elements with modern folk influences, enhancing the storytelling aspect.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Ain't Foolin' Me
The line shifts from playful banter to a pointed revelation about deception in relationships.
This transition not only highlights Ortega’s lyrical dexterity but also establishes a strong emotional tension that propels the narrative forward.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Through the Dust, Pt. 1 1:27
- 2 Afraid of the Dark 4:03
- 3 You Ain't Foolin' Me 4:34
- 4 Til My Dyin' Day 3:01
- 5 Nothing Is Impossible 2:43
- 6 Through the Dust, Pt. 2 1:07
- 7 The Comeback Kid 3:01
- 8 Darkness Be Gone 3:52
- 9 Forever Blue 3:44
- 10 In the Clear 4:02
- 11 Pablo 4:21
- 12 Lovers in Love 3:08
- 13 Through the Dust, Pt. 3 1:08
- 14 Liberty 3:09
- 15 Gracias a la vida 3:06
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