Released 11 years ago this October
Salt as Wolves
Jeffrey Foucault · 2015
43 min · 12 tracks · country blues
A haunting blend of country blues with introspective lyrics and a raw, acoustic warmth.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Love You (And You Are a Fool) — This track stands out for its blend of playful irony and heartfelt emotion, encapsulating the complexities of love with sharp lyrical wit.
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Blues for Jessie Mae — A poignant tribute that combines personal narrative with broader cultural themes, showcasing Foucault's ability to weave stories through song.
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Jesus Will Fix It for You — The song's soulful delivery and deep exploration of faith and hope resonate strongly, making it a centerpiece of the album's thematic exploration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Foucault's blend of storytelling and acoustic warmth creates an engaging listening experience, solidifying his place in Americana.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of acoustic instrumentation, with guitar and subtle percussion driving most tracks.
- Several songs employ a narrative structure, with lyrics that unfold like short stories, inviting deeper engagement from the listener.
- The tempo varies across tracks, but many maintain a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a reflective atmosphere throughout.
- The last three tracks transition into more introspective themes, culminating in a subdued yet impactful conclusion.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective storytelling with depth
- haunting melodies for quiet moments
- reflective listening during solitude
- emotional landscapes that linger
- gentle pacing for thoughtful engagement
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party atmosphere
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 2015, Jeffrey Foucault was already an established figure in the Americana scene, having released several albums since his debut in 2001. 'Salt as Wolves' arrived after his critically acclaimed album 'Sewing the Seeds' and showcased his continued evolution as a songwriter and musician.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Greg Brown· Lucinda Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Des Moines 3:14
- 2 Rico 4:12
- 3 Left This Town 3:10
- 4 I Love You (And You Are a Fool) 2:28
- 5 Blues for Jessie Mae 3:53
- 6 Slow Talker 3:56
- 7 Jesus Will Fix It for You 4:41
- 8 Oh Mama 4:19
- 9 Hurricane Lamp 2:58
- 10 Strange Heat and Thunder 3:14
- 11 Paradise 3:17
- 12 Take Your Time 3:54
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