Released 60 years ago
Somewhere There's a Someone
Dean Martin · 1966
29 min · 12 tracks · country music
A smooth blend of traditional pop and country influences, filled with heartfelt ballads and Dean Martin's signature crooning.
Top tracks — play these first
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Somewhere There's a Someone Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of longing and hope, showcasing Martin’s ability to convey deep emotion through subtle phrasing.
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I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry — Martin's rendition of this classic highlights his jazz-influenced delivery, transforming the song into a poignant exploration of heartache.
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I Walk the Line — This cover adds a unique twist to Johnny Cash’s original, blending country sensibilities with Martin's smooth vocal style, creating an interesting contrast.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and smooth production, but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its contemporaries.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, with most tracks relying on lush orchestral arrangements that support Martin's vocal delivery.
- Each song is structured around a traditional verse-chorus format, allowing Martin's crooning style to shine through the emotional narratives.
- Several tracks incorporate subtle key changes that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, particularly in ballads like 'I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry'.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm crooning for cozy evenings
- short bursts of nostalgic charm
- smooth vocals for relaxed vibes
- easy listening during casual gatherings
- gentle melodies for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- fans of long, complex albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Dean Martin's rise as a prominent recording artist in the mid-60s.
- Themes
- heartfelt ballads· 1960s romantic longing· country-infused jazz· Rat Pack nostalgia
- Career context
- Released in 1966, Somewhere There's a Someone marked Dean Martin's transition from film star to a prominent recording artist. At this point in his career, he was already well-established as a member of the Rat Pack and had enjoyed significant success with previous albums, making this release a continuation of his musical evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Tony Bennett
Tracklist
- 1 Somewhere There's a Someone Start here 2:14
- 2 Any Time 2:19
- 3 Blue Blue Day 1:45
- 4 I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry 2:36
- 5 Candy Kisses 3:04
- 6 I Can't Help It 2:24
- 7 That Old Clock on the Wall 2:57
- 8 Bouquet of Roses 2:56
- 9 I Walk the Line 2:24
- 10 Just a Little Lovin' 2:03
- 11 Room Full of Roses 2:57
- 12 Second Hand Rose (Second Hand Heart) 2:15
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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