Released 10 years ago
Side Effects
Dallas Smith · 2016
38 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics, merging country sensibilities with rock-infused energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Side Effects — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of love and longing, showcasing Smith's signature vocal style and relatable songwriting.
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Only One You — This opening track sets an intimate tone for the album, highlighting the vulnerability and emotional depth that characterize Smith's songwriting.
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Kids with Cars — A nostalgic reflection on youth and freedom, this track blends catchy melodies with a poignant narrative that resonates with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines catchy hooks with heartfelt lyrics, appealing to a broad audience while maintaining a solid structure.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with driving rhythms, while the second half shifts to more reflective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing their emotional impact.
- The instrumentation blends electric guitars with country-style elements like pedal steel, creating a crossover sound that appeals to both rock and country audiences.
- 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
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
- uplifting anthems for road trips
- nostalgic vibes of youth
- easygoing tracks for gatherings
- catchy tunes for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep introspection
- prefer lengthy, immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2016, Side Effects marked Dallas Smith's third studio album, following his successful 2014 release, Lifted. At this point, Smith was transitioning from a Canadian country artist to a more mainstream crossover figure, building on his growing popularity and multiple award nominations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jason Aldean· Kenny Chesney· Florida Georgia Line
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Only One You 3:04
- 2 Side Effects 2:57
- 3 Sky Stays This Blue 2:52
- 4 Tab With My Name on It 3:50
- 5 Autograph 2:55
- 6 50 / 50 3:57
- 7 Kids with Cars 3:01
- 8 Hoods and Tailgates 3:11
- 9 One Little Kiss 3:02
- 10 I'm Already Gone 3:07
- 11 Sleepin' Around 3:21
- 12 Twelve Pack Soundtrack 3:06
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