Released 10 years ago
Porcupine Meat
Bobby Rush · 2016
56 min · 12 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of traditional blues rhythms with lively storytelling and a modern twist that invites both reflection and dance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Porcupine Meat — The title track encapsulates the album's playful yet serious tone, combining clever wordplay about love and desire with a catchy rhythm that exemplifies Rush's signature style.
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I Don’t Want Nobody Hanging Around Start here — This opening track sets the stage with its infectious groove and straightforward narrative, highlighting Rush's ability to weave personal experience into universally relatable themes.
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Got Me Accused — This track stands out for its emotive delivery and intricate storytelling, illustrating Rush's skill in depicting complex relationships through vivid imagery and relatable scenarios.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional blues with modern elements, showcasing strong storytelling and musicianship.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, a traditional blues technique that enhances the storytelling aspect.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 storytelling with charm
- groove-oriented danceable rhythms
- late-night gathering vibes
- cathartic release through humor
- engaging narratives in each track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike playful lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Themes
- playful love stories· Southern blues tradition· intimate relationship dynamics
- Career context
- By the time 'Porcupine Meat' was released in 2016, Bobby Rush was a seasoned blues artist, having celebrated over six decades in the music industry. This album marked his first Grammy Award win, showcasing his enduring relevance and ability to connect with contemporary audiences. It came after his acclaimed 2014 release 'Down in Louisiana', further solidifying his legacy as a blues ambassador.
Tracklist
- 1 I Don’t Want Nobody Hanging Around Start here 4:53
- 2 Porcupine Meat 4:14
- 3 Got Me Accused 7:01
- 4 Snake in the Grass 4:14
- 5 Funk o’ De Funk 4:54
- 6 Me, Myself and I 5:33
- 7 Catfish Stew 4:02
- 8 It’s Your Move 4:19
- 9 Nighttime Gardener 4:06
- 10 I Think Your Dress Is Too Short 4:20
- 11 Standing on Shaky Ground 4:54
- 12 I’m Tired (Tangle Eye Mix) 4:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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