Top tracks — play these first
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Cindy Incidentally — This track stands out with its infectious melody and vivid storytelling that encapsulates the band's knack for blending humor with sincerity.
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Ooh La La — The title track features a memorable chorus and reflective lyrics about aging and lost youth, becoming one of the band’s most enduring songs.
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Glad and Sorry — This song captures the bittersweet essence of relationships, showcasing Rod Stewart's emotive vocal delivery alongside poignant lyrics.
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 varied instrumentation but lacks strong cohesion in its flow.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a laid-back tone, while the following tracks gradually introduce more upbeat rhythms.
- Several songs feature prominent piano and organ arrangements, creating a rich texture that complements the guitar-driven sound.
- The title track closes the album with a nostalgic feel, contrasting with the more energetic earlier tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- playful wit and nostalgia
- short bursts of energetic fun
- sing-along choruses with friends
- lighthearted afternoon gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want serious, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 1, 1973, 'Ooh La La' was the final studio album by Faces, marking a significant moment as the band began to unravel due to internal tensions and impending breakups. This album followed their previous work, 'A Nod is as Good as a Wink... to a Blind Horse', which had solidified their commercial success in the early 70s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Rolling Stones· Humble Pie· Bad Company
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Ooh La La
The final verses shift from nostalgic reminiscence to an acceptance of life's uncertainties through direct address.
This transition emphasizes the contrast between youthful dreams and the harsh realities of adulthood, marking a poignant moment in the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silicone Grown 3:06
- 2 Cindy Incidentally 2:38
- 3 Flags and Banners 2:02
- 4 My Fault 3:07
- 5 Borstal Boys 2:55
- 6 Fly in the Ointment 3:50
- 7 If I'm on the Late Side 2:38
- 8 Glad and Sorry 3:07
- 9 Just Another Honky 3:33
- 10 Ooh La La 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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