Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars
Edie Brickell & New Bohemians · 1988
48 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A fusion of folk, rock, and jazz influences creates a laid-back yet introspective sound that defines the album's charm.
Top tracks — play these first
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What I Am — This track encapsulates the band's ethos with its catchy chorus and contemplative lyrics about identity and existence, becoming their signature song.
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Circle — The song features a mesmerizing blend of rhythmic instrumentation and reflective lyrics about life's cyclical nature, showcasing their artistic depth.
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Little Miss S. — With its playful yet poignant storytelling, this track highlights Brickell's lyrical prowess and ability to capture complex emotions in accessible ways.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and rock elements with introspective lyrics, creating a distinct sound that resonates well.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone with its slower pace.
- Several songs incorporate syncopated rhythms and jazzy chord progressions, particularly in the bass lines and guitar work.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- balanced progression with resolution
- introspective and reflective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- 'Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars' is Edie Brickell & New Bohemians' debut album, released in 1988 when Brickell was just starting to gain prominence. The album introduced their unique blend of alternative rock infused with folk elements and poetic lyrics, setting the stage for their future success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- 10,000 Maniacs· Natalie Merchant· Shawn Colvin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What I Am 4:58
- 2 Little Miss S. 3:39
- 3 Air of December 5:59
- 4 The Wheel 3:54
- 5 Love Like We Do 3:09
- 6 Circle 3:13
- 7 Beat the Time 2:58
- 8 She 5:08
- 9 Nothing 4:51
- 10 Now 6:04
- 11 Keep Coming Back 2:46
- 12 I Do 2:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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