Praise & Blame
Tom Jones · 2010
38 min · 11 tracks · country · R&B · blue-eyed soul
A soulful blend of blues and gospel, echoing themes of redemption and reflection through powerful vocal performances.
Why this album works
'Praise & Blame' received critical acclaim for its raw emotion and authenticity, debuting at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. The album's exploration of spiritual and personal themes resonated with listeners and was seen as a pivotal moment in Jones's artistic reinvention.
- Best for
- reflective listening experiences emotional vocal performances introspective late-night vibes
- Context
- When 'Praise & Blame' was released in July 2010, Tom Jones was experiencing a renaissance in his career after years of fluctuating popularity. This album marked a significant stylistic shift, being his first entirely covers album since the early days, showcasing his return to roots music after his 2008 album '24 Hours'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· David Bowie· Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Joe Jackson· Girls Aloud· Sheena Easton· Simply Red
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Good Am I? Standout 3:51
- 2 Lord Help 3:41
- 3 Did Trouble Me 4:15
- 4 Strange Things 3:00
- 5 Burning Hell Standout 3:26
- 6 If I Give My Soul 3:30
- 7 Don’t Knock 2:17
- 8 Nobody’s Fault but Mine 3:40
- 9 Didn’t It Rain 3:21
- 10 Ain’t No Grave Standout 3:08
- 11 Run On 3:58
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