Shake
John Schlitt · 1995
43 min · 10 tracks · rock music
Energetic rock anthems blend with introspective lyrics, capturing a journey of faith and personal reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wake the Dead — The opening track sets a powerful tone for the album, combining driving instrumentals with a call to action that encapsulates themes of revival and awakening.
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Show Me the Way — This track highlights Schlitt's emotive vocal delivery and reflects a yearning for guidance, resonating deeply with listeners seeking direction in their lives.
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Carry the Burden — A poignant exploration of vulnerability, this song stands out for its heartfelt lyrics and melodic depth, emphasizing themes of support and shared struggles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic rock anthems balanced with introspective moments, showcasing Schlitt's vocal strength.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving guitar riffs and anthemic choruses, establishing a high-energy opening.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the chorus, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album transitions to slower tempos in the latter half, with introspective lyrics that reflect personal struggles and faith.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake the Dead 5:31
- 2 Don't Look Back 3:47
- 3 Show Me the Way 4:18
- 4 Inside of You 4:44
- 5 Let It Show 4:31
- 6 Carry the Burden 4:19
- 7 One by One 4:00
- 8 Try Understanding His Heart 3:55
- 9 The Hard Way 3:31
- 10 The Road to Calvary 4:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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