Project Blues: Saturday Suffering Fools
Diesel · 2009
37 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of blues-infused rock with a playful spirit that captures the essence of live performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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First Time I Met the Blues Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy rhythms and storytelling, encapsulating Diesel's playful take on classic blues themes.
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Whiskey and Weed — The track combines humor and a laid-back vibe, reflecting the carefree attitude of blues culture while showcasing Diesel's lyrical wit.
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Sweet Emotion — This cover transforms Aerosmith's rock anthem into a soulful blues rendition that highlights Diesel's vocal prowess and ability to reinterpret classic songs.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong blues composition and energetic performances, appealing to both old and new fans.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of call-and-response vocals, typical of blues music, particularly evident in tracks like 'Walkin’ the Blues'.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental solos, allowing for improvisation that reflects live performance energy.
- 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
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
- steady groove for socializing
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- vibrant energy for casual listening
- nostalgic vibes with modern flair
Maybe skip if you
- seeking experimental soundscapes
- prefer lengthy, deep explorations
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Reconnected Diesel with fans and introduced him to new audiences.
- Career context
- In 2009, Diesel was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after a decade-long career marked by significant hits in the 1990s. 'Project Blues: Saturday Suffering Fools' was his first album dedicated to the blues genre, showcasing his roots and solidifying his status as a versatile musician who could traverse different styles comfortably.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Cocker· The Black Crowes· Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tracklist
- 1 First Time I Met the Blues Start here 2:32
- 2 Walkin’ the Blues 3:34
- 3 My Baby Likes to Boogaloo 3:23
- 4 Don’t Throw Your Love on Me So Strong 3:25
- 5 Stoopid Fool 3:16
- 6 I Wish You Would 2:32
- 7 Whiskey and Weed 3:26
- 8 Tear Out the Man 2:58
- 9 It Hurts Me Too 3:22
- 10 Them Changes 2:50
- 11 Sweet Emotion 3:51
- 12 Blues for Paddy 2:10
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