Ragged & Dirty (album)
Devon Allman · 2014
47 min · 12 tracks · blues rock
A gritty blend of blues rock and heartfelt storytelling, painting vivid pictures of life's struggles and triumphs.
Top tracks — play these first
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Midnight Lake Michigan — This track stands out for its atmospheric storytelling, immersing listeners in nostalgia and longing through vivid imagery and soulful instrumentation.
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Ten Million Slaves — A powerful reinterpretation of a blues standard, this song showcases Allman's vocal prowess while addressing themes of struggle and resilience.
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Can't Lose 'em All — This upbeat track combines a catchy melody with reflective lyrics about perseverance, perfectly encapsulating the album's overall message of hope amidst adversity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong storytelling through its varied tempos and emotional guitar work, making it engaging yet familiar.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a gritty tone, followed by a series of songs that alternate between upbeat rhythms and slower ballads.
- Several tracks feature prominent guitar solos that serve as emotional peaks, particularly in 'Ten Million Slaves' and 'Blackjack Heartattack'.
- 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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7/10
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
- gritty storytelling with raw emotion
- nostalgic reflections on life
- soulful melodies for evening drives
- patient grooves that unfold gradually
- intimate moments for solitude
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2014, Devon Allman released 'Ragged & Dirty' as his third solo album, following his debut 'Turquoise' and the Allman Brothers Band's final tour. This record marks a significant moment in his journey, showcasing his growth as an artist while stepping out from the legacy of his famous father, Gregg Allman.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Derek Trucks· Joe Bonamassa· Keb' Mo'
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Half the Truth 3:07
- 2 Can't Lose 'em All 3:45
- 3 Leavin' 2:40
- 4 I'll Be Around 3:54
- 5 Traveling 4:14
- 6 Midnight Lake Michigan 9:31
- 7 Ten Million Slaves 3:20
- 8 Blackjack Heartattack 3:12
- 9 Back to You 5:02
- 10 Times Have Changed 3:28
- 11 Ragged & Dirty 2:42
- 12 Leave the City 3:00
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