Man from Another Time
Seasick Steve · 2009
50 min · 12 tracks · blues
A raw blend of Delta blues and foot-stomping rhythms that evokes a bygone era of American music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Diddley Bo — This track showcases Seasick Steve's signature slide guitar technique and rhythmic intensity, setting the tone for the album with its infectious groove.
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Big Green and Yeller — The song blends humor with poignant observations about life, exemplifying Steve's knack for storytelling while maintaining a catchy melody.
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Man From Another Time — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of nostalgia and timelessness, with Steve's gravelly voice delivering heartfelt reflections on life's journey.
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Seasick Boogie / I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry — This extended track is a masterclass in improvisation, combining two distinct musical influences that highlight Steve's versatility and deep-rooted love for blues traditions.
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 authentic blues craftsmanship while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The first track features a prominent rhythmic stomp that sets a driving pace, which is maintained through the next two tracks.
- Several songs incorporate traditional blues structures, with call-and-response elements between vocals and guitar.
- The final track is an extended jam that blends multiple themes from earlier songs, creating a sense of closure.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- layered, dense sonic textures
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Man from Another Time was Seasick Steve's third studio album, following his breakthrough record Dog House Music in 2006. By this point, Steve had solidified his reputation as a captivating storyteller and performer, having gained significant media attention and a growing fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Lee Hooker· Keb' Mo'· Joe Bonamassa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Diddley Bo 3:51
- 2 Big Green and Yeller 4:15
- 3 Happy (To Have a Job) 3:06
- 4 The Banjo Song 3:30
- 5 Man From Another Time 3:14
- 6 That’s All 4:39
- 7 Just Because I Can (CSX) 3:40
- 8 Never Go West 3:30
- 9 Dark 3:55
- 10 Wenatchee 3:54
- 11 My Home (Blue Eyes) 2:29
- 12 Seasick Boogie / I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry 10:30
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