No More Beautiful World
Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers · 2007
57 min · 14 tracks · Americana
A sun-soaked blend of Americana and Southern rock that embodies a carefree spirit while exploring life's complexities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hello New Day — As the opening track, this song sets an optimistic tone for the album with its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics about new beginnings.
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Maybe We Should Fall In Love — This track stands out through its playful exploration of romance, featuring a memorable chorus that captures the essence of spontaneity in relationships.
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World Ain't Gone Crazy — With its reflective lyrics and infectious rhythm, this song encapsulates the album’s themes of hope amidst chaos, appealing to both heart and mind.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and performance but lacks standout cohesion and impact.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent mid-tempo groove across most tracks, with only a few moments of tempo variation.
- Several songs incorporate layered harmonies and call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel of the music.
- The instrumentation prominently includes acoustic guitars and subtle percussion, creating a warm, inviting sound throughout.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 sing-alongs
- uplifting storytelling with warmth
- for road trip vibes
- inviting melodies for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy immediacy
- prefer standalone single tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'No More Beautiful World' was released in 2007, Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers were already established within the Americana scene, following their successful album 'Americano' from 2004. This album represented a continued evolution of their sound, building on their blend of rock, country, and pop influences while maintaining their signature storytelling style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Son Volt· Wilco· The Jayhawks
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Maybe We Should Fall In Love
The narrative shifts from hesitation to an invitation to embrace love reflects a spontaneous decision.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hello New Day 4:06
- 2 Bottom of the Bay 4:36
- 3 Maybe We Should Fall In Love 3:10
- 4 Contraband 5:44
- 5 Goon Squad 3:24
- 6 Wake Up Call 4:35
- 7 World Ain't Gone Crazy 3:06
- 8 Lemons 3:09
- 9 Noisy Head 3:22
- 10 Andale 4:17
- 11 Plenty 5:18
- 12 Junebug in July 3:00
- 13 Winter in your Heart 4:53
- 14 Hourglass 4:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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