Revelator
Tedeschi Trucks Band · 2011
61 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A rich blend of Southern rock and blues, laced with soulful melodies and intricate musicianship.
Top tracks — play these first
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Midnight in Harlem — This track features a haunting melody underscored by emotional instrumentation, showcasing the band's ability to blend bluesy grooves with heartfelt lyrics.
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Don’t Let Me Slide — With its infectious rhythm and passionate vocals, this song exemplifies the band’s signature sound while highlighting their dynamic live performance energy.
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These Walls — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and a powerful vocal delivery, capturing themes of love and resilience amid beautifully layered musical textures.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends soulful melodies with intricate musicianship, showcasing strong performances and varied song structures.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the interaction between the singers and the band.
- The track 'Midnight in Harlem' includes a lengthy guitar solo that showcases Derek Trucks' improvisational skills, contrasting with the more structured arrangements of other tracks.
- 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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8/10
- 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
- soulful melodies for introspection
- patient unfolding of musical narratives
- evening gatherings with friends
- cathartic moments of reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, instant gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2011, 'Revelator' is the Tedeschi Trucks Band's debut studio album, following their formation in 2010. At this point, Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks had already established notable solo careers, but this album marked their first collaborative effort as a full band, showcasing their combined musical vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Allman Brothers Band· Gov't Mule· Susan Tedeschi
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Until You Remember
The lyrics shift from reflective nostalgia to a direct appeal for understanding and connection.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability and urgency, marking a crucial emotional pivot that deepens the listener's engagement with the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Come See About Me 3:51
- 2 Don’t Let Me Slide 5:05
- 3 Midnight in Harlem 5:53
- 4 Bound for Glory 5:32
- 5 Simple Things 4:46
- 6 Until You Remember 6:14
- 7 Ball and Chain 3:58
- 8 These Walls 6:03
- 9 Learn How to Love 4:26
- 10 Shrimp and Grits (Interlude) 1:47
- 11 Love Has Something Else to Say 5:58
- 12 Shelter 7:59
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