Single Flame
Lucy Ward · 2013
48 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A haunting blend of traditional folk melodies and introspective lyrics, driven by a powerful vocal presence that resonates with emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Cannot Say I Will Not Speak — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its evocative imagery and poignant questioning of silence, reflecting Ward's lyrical prowess.
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Lord I Don't Want to Die in the Storm — Combining personal vulnerability with broader themes of struggle, this track showcases Ward's ability to connect deeply with listeners through storytelling.
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Rites of Man — This track stands out for its rhythmic intensity and exploration of masculinity, presenting a unique perspective that challenges traditional narratives in folk music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and a cohesive flow, with distinct vocal delivery that marks its folk roots.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features more upbeat tempos, while the second half shifts to slower, more contemplative tracks.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that build intensity before resolving into solo lines.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and storytelling, with a consistent thematic focus on personal and existential reflections.
- 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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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Cannot Say I Will Not Speak 4:04
- 2 Honey 3:41
- 3 The Last Pirouette 3:56
- 4 Icarus 5:14
- 5 Velvet Sky 4:13
- 6 Rites of Man 5:08
- 7 The Consequence 2:15
- 8 Lord I Don't Want to Die in the Storm 4:09
- 9 For the Dead Men 4:25
- 10 Marching Through the Green Grass 2:51
- 11 Ink 4:11
- 12 Shellback 4:38
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