Remedy
Old Crow Medicine Show · 2014
42 min · 13 tracks · country music
A lively blend of bluegrass and folk with a storytelling charm that captures the spirit of Americana.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sweet Amarillo — This track is a reimagining of a Bob Dylan lyric, showcasing the band’s knack for melding classic influences with their own vibrant style. Its infectious melody and whimsical storytelling embody the essence of the album.
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Brushy Mountain Conjugal Trailer — Opening the album with its humorous tale of love behind bars, this song sets a playful tone that resonates throughout Remedy. Its catchy banjo riffs highlight the band’s bluegrass roots while introducing listeners to their narrative-driven songwriting.
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Mean Enough World — With poignant lyrics reflecting on life’s struggles against an upbeat backdrop, this track showcases Old Crow Medicine Show's ability to balance serious themes with toe-tapping rhythms. It exemplifies the band’s signature blend of joy and melancholy.
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Tennessee Bound — This track encapsulates a sense of longing and wanderlust associated with Southern roots music. Its driving rhythm and vivid imagery transport listeners to a world filled with adventure and nostalgia.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends lively bluegrass with storytelling, showcasing strong craftsmanship but with some uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tempos and lively instrumentation, while the second half introduces more reflective and slower tracks.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of folk traditions.
- The use of traditional bluegrass instruments like banjos and fiddles is prominent throughout, creating a distinct Americana sound.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- storytelling that evokes nostalgia
- lively tunes for gatherings
- easy background for road trips
- heartfelt reflections on life
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 1, 2014, Remedy is Old Crow Medicine Show's fifth studio album, following their Grammy-winning work Carry Me Back. By this point in their career, they had solidified their presence in the Americana and roots music scene, known for their high-energy performances and revival of traditional sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avett Brothers· Punch Brothers· Trampled by Turtles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Brushy Mountain Conjugal Trailer 3:52
- 2 8 Dogs 8 Banjos 2:51
- 3 Sweet Amarillo 3:22
- 4 Mean Enough World 3:19
- 5 Dearly Departed Friend 4:26
- 6 Firewater 3:14
- 7 Brave Boys 2:40
- 8 Doc’s Day 3:20
- 9 O Cumberland River 3:21
- 10 Tennessee Bound 2:49
- 11 Shit Creek 3:24
- 12 Sweet Home 2:49
- 13 The Warden 3:28
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