Sinematic
Robbie Robertson · 2019
58 min · 13 tracks · folk rock
A cinematic blend of folk rock and rhythm and blues, rich with storytelling and lush instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Hear You Paint Houses — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting narrative about crime and consequences, reflecting Robertson's storytelling prowess.
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Once Were Brothers — This song serves as a poignant reflection on friendship and loss, encapsulating the emotional core of the album while connecting to Robertson's past.
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Hardwired — A standout track that merges driving rhythms with introspective lyrics, showcasing Robertson's ability to blend modernity with classic rock influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends storytelling with rich instrumentation, showcasing Robertson's evolution while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and instrumentation.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements alongside traditional singing, creating a narrative-driven experience.
- The arrangements often layer multiple instruments, with strings and horns complementing the guitar work, enhancing the cinematic quality.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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 I Hear You Paint Houses 5:03
- 2 Once Were Brothers 4:25
- 3 Dead End Kid 3:58
- 4 Hardwired 3:59
- 5 Walk in Beauty Way 5:38
- 6 Let Love Reign 5:12
- 7 Shanghai Blues 3:51
- 8 Wandering Souls 2:34
- 9 Street Serenade 5:06
- 10 The Shadow 4:26
- 11 Beautiful Madness 4:30
- 12 Praying for Rain 4:11
- 13 Remembrance 5:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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