Released 10 years ago
My Piece of Land
Amanda Shires · 2016
33 min · 10 tracks · Americana
A tapestry of introspective lyrics woven with delicate melodies and rich Americana instrumentation that captures the essence of personal reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Harmless — This track features poignant storytelling that explores vulnerability and self-acceptance, encapsulating the album's thematic heart while highlighting Shires' evocative vocal delivery.
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My Love (The Storm) — With its haunting melody and vivid imagery, this song delves into the complexities of love and longing, making it a standout representation of Shires’ lyrical prowess.
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I Know What It’s Like — This track juxtaposes raw emotion against a backdrop of rich instrumentation, effectively conveying feelings of empathy and shared experience that resonate throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends introspective lyrics with rich instrumentation, showcasing Shires' growth while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks feature a consistent use of soft instrumentation, primarily acoustic guitar and strings, creating a gentle atmosphere.
- 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 mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective lyrics for quiet nights
- delicate instrumentation for deep focus
- emotional resonance in simple melodies
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 16, 2016, My Piece of Land marked Amanda Shires' fourth studio album, following her acclaimed previous release, 2013's Down Fell the Doves. At this point in her career, Shires had solidified her reputation as a prominent voice in Americana, showcasing her growth as a songwriter and musician amidst increasing recognition within the roots music community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brandi Carlile· Neko Case· Kacey Musgraves
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Way It Dimmed 2:11
- 2 Slippin’ 2:39
- 3 Harmless 3:53
- 4 Pale Fire 3:16
- 5 Nursery Rhyme 2:32
- 6 My Love (The Storm) 3:37
- 7 When You’re Gone 3:06
- 8 Mineral Wells 4:11
- 9 I Know What It’s Like 4:38
- 10 You Are My Home 3:39
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