Live for Live
Ana Popović · 2020
76 min · 15 tracks · blues
A vibrant fusion of blues and rock, characterized by soulful guitar riffs and powerful vocal performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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Can You Stand the Heat — This track opens the album with a punchy rhythm and infectious energy, setting the tone for a lively listening experience that showcases Popović's vocal prowess.
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Object of Obsession — With its catchy hook and engaging narrative, this song highlights Popović's skill in crafting relatable lyrics while maintaining a strong blues foundation.
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Long Road Down — The emotional depth of this track showcases Popović's storytelling ability, blending heartfelt lyrics with a haunting melody that resonates throughout the album.
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Can't You See What You're Doing to Me — This cover emphasizes the raw emotion of classic blues while allowing Popović's unique style to shine through, making it a standout moment on 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 performances and songwriting but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features prominent guitar solos, setting a lively tone for the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interaction between the singer and the band.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier songs.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- soulful vocals for reflective moments
- for late-night drives
- engaging guitar riffs throughout
- vibrant energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
- dislike extended musical explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 15, 2020, 'Live for Live' is Ana Popović's sixth studio album and marks her continued evolution as an artist after gaining international recognition. Following her 2018 release 'Like It on Top', this album showcases her growth in songwriting and musicianship, solidifying her position in the contemporary blues scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Susan Tedeschi· Joe Bonamassa· Keb' Mo'
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Can You Stand the Heat 3:31
- 2 Object of Obsession 4:01
- 3 Love You Tonight 5:41
- 4 Train 5:45
- 5 Long Road Down 5:10
- 6 New Coat of Paint 5:30
- 7 Johnnie Ray 9:03
- 8 Can't You See What You're Doing to Me 5:46
- 9 Fencewalk 4:53
- 10 If Tomorrow Was Today 4:19
- 11 Brand New Man 3:32
- 12 Like It on Top 3:46
- 13 Lasting Kind of Love 3:52
- 14 Mo' better Love 4:35
- 15 How'd You Learn to Shake It Like That 6:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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