Miracle
Willy DeVille · 1987
47 min · 10 tracks · blues
A rich tapestry of blues, soul, and Latin influences woven together with DeVille's distinct vocal style and storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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(Due to) Gun Control — This politically charged opener sets the tone for the album, combining a catchy melody with poignant commentary on gun violence in America, reflecting DeVille's socially conscious songwriting.
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Spanish Jack — With its infectious rhythm and vivid storytelling, this track exemplifies DeVille's ability to merge Latin influences into rock, creating an engaging narrative that captures listeners’ attention.
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Miracle — The title track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, featuring lush instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics that resonate with themes of hope and redemption.
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Assassin of Love — This track showcases DeVille's romantic lyrical style accompanied by a sultry melody, effectively blending bluesy elements with a sense of longing that characterizes much of his work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Miracle showcases diverse influences and strong arrangements, making it a notable work in DeVille's catalog.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a prominent horn section, setting a vibrant tone that carries through several songs.
- The arrangement often includes layered instrumentation, with guitars, keyboards, and brass creating a rich soundscape.
- Several songs shift tempo and mood dramatically within their runtime, such as 'Spanish Jack,' which transitions from a slow ballad to an upbeat rhythm.
- 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
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 (Due to) Gun Control 5:53
- 2 Could You Would You 3:29
- 3 Heart and Soul 4:06
- 4 Assassin of Love 4:11
- 5 Spanish Jack 3:50
- 6 Miracle 4:51
- 7 Angel Eyes 4:49
- 8 Nightfalls 4:49
- 9 Southern Politician 6:33
- 10 Storybook Love 4:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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