Martha Wash
Martha Wash · 1993
56 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and house music, driven by powerful vocals and infectious rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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So Whatcha Gonna Do — This track exemplifies Wash's ability to fuse empowering lyrics with an upbeat tempo, creating an anthem that resonates with listeners seeking motivation.
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Carry On — As one of the standout singles, 'Carry On' features a soaring chorus that showcases Wash's vocal prowess, solidifying her presence in the dance music genre.
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Things We Do for Love — This track combines soulful melodies with heartfelt lyrics, illustrating Wash's skill in conveying emotion through her music while maintaining a danceable rhythm.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong vocals and danceable rhythms but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a short prelude that sets an emotional tone before transitioning into upbeat tracks.
- The production incorporates house music elements, with prominent bass lines and rhythmic synths driving the danceable tracks.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo, providing a contrast to the earlier high-energy songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Someone Who Believes in You (Prelude) 1:46
- 2 So Whatcha Gonna Do 3:46
- 3 Give It to You 3:49
- 4 Runaround 4:41
- 5 Now That You're Gone 6:14
- 6 Things We Do for Love 4:25
- 7 Just Us (Dancin') 2:35
- 8 Leave a Light On 4:23
- 9 Carry On 4:16
- 10 Someone Who Believes in You 3:54
- 11 Hold On, Part I 3:49
- 12 Hold On, Part II 4:59
- 13 When It's My Heart 4:07
- 14 Just Us (Singin') 3:23
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