Released 5 years ago this October
Pelago
Ryan Hurd · 2021
51 min · 15 tracks · country music
A reflective blend of contemporary country sounds with introspective lyrics that explore love, loss, and personal growth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Chasing After You — This track stands out for its heartfelt duet with Maren Morris, capturing the complexity of longing and desire within a romantic relationship. Its catchy melody and relatable lyrics helped it become a breakout hit.
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If I Had Two Hearts — The song showcases Hurd's lyrical craftsmanship, exploring themes of love and regret with a poignant narrative that resonates deeply with listeners. The clever premise invites reflection on personal choices.
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Diamonds or Twine — This track encapsulates the album's emotional depth through its vivid imagery and exploration of material versus sentimental value in relationships. It's a standout example of Hurd's ability to balance storytelling with melodic hooks.
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 production but doesn't significantly stand out in the contemporary country genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that explore themes of love and nostalgia, while the second half shifts to more introspective ballads.
- Several songs incorporate layered harmonies and instrumentation that build gradually, creating a rich sonic texture.
- The lead single 'Chasing After You' is strategically placed as the third track, serving as a high point early in the album's flow.
- 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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5/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pass It On 2:59
- 2 Coast 3:50
- 3 Chasing After You 3:27
- 4 June, July, August 3:01
- 5 Palm Trees in Ohio 3:35
- 6 If I Had Two Hearts 3:29
- 7 Tab With My Name on It 4:18
- 8 What Are You Drinking 3:24
- 9 Hell Is an Island 3:19
- 10 The Knife or the Hatchet 3:34
- 11 I Never Said I’m Sorry 3:50
- 12 Platonic 2:31
- 13 Every Other Memory 3:39
- 14 To a T 2:58
- 15 Diamonds or Twine 3:31
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