Son Little
Son Little · 2015
42 min · 12 tracks · rhythm and blues
Bluesy rhythms meld with soulful vocals and contemporary production, creating a sound both nostalgic and fresh.
Top tracks — play these first
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I'm Gone — This opening track introduces listeners to Son Little's distinctive vocal style and emotive delivery, setting the tone for the album's exploration of love and loss.
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Your Love Will Blow Me Away — With its infectious groove and heartfelt lyrics, this song captures the essence of longing, showcasing Son Little's ability to blend personal storytelling with rich musicality.
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Lay Down — This track stands out for its intimate arrangement and vulnerable lyrics, demonstrating Son Little's skill at crafting deeply relatable narratives within a soulful context.
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Go Blue Blood Red — Here, Son Little combines elements of folk and blues with a modern twist, revealing his versatility as an artist and adding depth to the album’s emotional landscape.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional R&B with modern production, creating a distinctive sound that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm that shifts the energy.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with Son Little's lead vocals often interspersed with backing vocals that create a call-and-response effect.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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
- nostalgic vibes with modern flair
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- soulful vocals for emotional connection
- for late-night solitude
- bluesy rhythms with reflective moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer long, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Son Little's self-titled debut album marked his entry into the music scene after previously working as a producer and songwriter. Released in January 2015, it showcased his unique blend of rhythm and blues, setting the stage for his later projects and establishing him as a significant voice in modern soul music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leon Bridges· Anderson .Paak· Michael Kiwanuka
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'm Gone 2:57
- 2 Nice Dreams 4:11
- 3 Your Love Will Blow Me Away 3:03
- 4 Toes 3:43
- 5 Carbon 2:36
- 6 Lay Down 3:48
- 7 Doctor's In 2:56
- 8 O Mother 3:12
- 9 Go Blue Blood Red 3:58
- 10 Loser Blues 4:10
- 11 The River 4:34
- 12 About a Flood 3:47
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