Lickety Split
Robert Randolph & The Family Band · 2013
50 min · 12 tracks · funk
An electric fusion of funky rhythms and soulful melodies that invites listeners to celebrate life and connection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Born Again — This track encapsulates the band's spiritual roots while showcasing Randolph's signature pedal steel guitar work and exuberant vocal delivery.
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Love Rollercoaster — The band's take on this funk classic is irresistibly energetic, highlighting their ability to breathe new life into familiar sounds.
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New Orleans — A tribute to the city known for its rich musical heritage, this song blends traditional New Orleans jazz influences with modern funk elements.
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Get Ready — This track serves as an anthem of anticipation and excitement, capturing the spirit of celebration that permeates the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong musicianship and vibrant energy but lacks a cohesive narrative across its tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining an upbeat pace through the first half before introducing slower grooves in the latter tracks.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel that encourages listener participation.
- The use of pedal steel guitar is prominent throughout, blending seamlessly with brass and rhythm sections to create a rich, layered sound.
- 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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7/10
- 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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Born Again
The verses invoke imagery of renewal and transformation through rhythmic repetition and uplifting themes.
This lyrical choice creates a sense of collective joy and rebirth, reinforcing the song's powerful message about hope.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amped Up 3:18
- 2 Born Again 4:20
- 3 New Orleans 4:11
- 4 Take The Party 4:09
- 5 Brand New Wayo 4:36
- 6 Lickety Split 4:01
- 7 Blacky Joe 5:50
- 8 Love Rollercoaster 3:12
- 9 All American 2:43
- 10 Get Ready 5:07
- 11 Welcome Home 6:11
- 12 Good Lovin' 2:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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