Long Time Coming
Sierra Ferrell · 2021
40 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A vibrant blend of bluegrass, folk, and soul that dances between heartache and joy with warm, authentic melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bells of Every Chapel — This track showcases Ferrell's ability to weave storytelling with rich instrumentation, creating an emotional resonance that captures listeners from the first note.
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West Virginia Waltz — With its gentle waltz rhythm and vivid imagery, this song highlights Ferrell's roots and her connection to place, resonating deeply with the themes of longing present throughout the album.
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Give It Time — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics paired with a soulful delivery, encapsulating the album's overarching message about patience and personal growth.
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, balancing emotional depth with engaging melodies.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow ballad that gradually introduces more upbeat tracks, creating a dynamic flow.
- Several songs feature intricate vocal harmonies and layered instrumentation, particularly in the choruses.
- The lyrics often juxtapose themes of heartache and joy, with shifts in mood occurring between verses and choruses.
- 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
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative storytelling moments
- vibrant, rich instrumentation
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 20, 2021, 'Long Time Coming' is Sierra Ferrell's debut studio album, following several years of performing in various venues across the United States. This record marked a significant moment in her career as it introduced her unique sound to a broader audience after she gained recognition through her live performances and earlier EPs.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brandi Carlile· Lake Street Dive· The Oh Hellos
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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In Dreams
The closing lines shift from hopeful reminiscence to a poignant acceptance of reality.
This transition effectively underscores the album's exploration of dreams versus reality, leaving listeners with a bittersweet reflection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sea 3:32
- 2 Jeremiah 3:03
- 3 Bells of Every Chapel 4:15
- 4 At the End of the Rainbow 3:40
- 5 West Virginia Waltz 3:33
- 6 Silver Dollar 2:05
- 7 Far Away Across the Sea 3:17
- 8 Why’d Ya Do It 3:37
- 9 Give It Time 3:37
- 10 In Dreams 2:41
- 11 Made Like That 3:41
- 12 Whispering Waltz 3:21
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