What makes On the Boulevard by New Grass Revival notable?

The album was well-received, showcasing a blend of original compositions and covers, including the notable rendition of One Love / People Get Ready. Its critical acclaim helped to further establish New Grass Revival's influence on the bluegrass genre and beyond, contributing to the band's legacy within the Americana music scene. On the Boulevard marked New Grass Revival's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed release, Ride the Wild Surf in 1986. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its reputation as pioneers of progressive bluegrass, expanding traditional boundaries while gaining a wider audience.

How many songs are on On the Boulevard?

On the Boulevard has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

On the Boulevard

New Grass Revival · 1987

49 min · 13 tracks · country music

A vibrant fusion of bluegrass and country, blending intricate musicianship with heartfelt storytelling.

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On the Boulevard — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its catchy melody and introspective lyrics, setting the tone for the entire record.
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One Love / People Get Ready — This cover combines spiritual themes with a contemporary arrangement that highlights the band's ability to merge genres and connect with diverse audiences.
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Walking in Jerusalem — This track showcases the band's dynamic instrumentation and harmonies, reflecting their roots while pushing creative boundaries.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong musicianship and songwriting but lacks a fully cohesive flow across its length.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, such as 'One Love / People Get Ready', which transitions from a slow build to an upbeat finish.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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 On the Boulevard 4:13
2 Earth, Water, Wind and Fire 3:46
3 You're the Best Friend That I've Known 3:00
4 Just Is 2:26
5 County Clare 4:11
6 One More Love Song 3:23
7 You Don't Knock 2:35
8 One of These Trains 3:53
9 Get in the Wind 3:02
10 Indian Hills 5:39
11 One Love / People Get Ready 3:53
12 Where Do I Go From Here? 5:54
13 Walking in Jerusalem 3:04

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