Sunday Coming
Alton Ellis · 1970
44 min · 14 tracks · reggae
A vibrant blend of rocksteady rhythms and soulful melodies that capture the essence of early Jamaican music.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Make Me So Very Happy — This track stands out for its infectious melody and heartfelt delivery, becoming one of Ellis's most beloved songs and a staple in his performances.
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Joy in the Morning — Opening the album, this track sets an uplifting tone with its bright instrumentation and optimistic lyrics, encapsulating the spirit of the record.
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What Does It Take to Win Your Love — This song showcases Ellis's smooth vocal style while exploring themes of longing and desire, resonating deeply with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and arrangements typical of early reggae while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a laid-back tone, followed by several songs that maintain a consistent groove.
- Many tracks feature prominent horn sections and layered backing vocals, creating a rich, full sound.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier upbeat songs.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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 Joy in the Morning 4:07
- 2 Sunday Coming 2:25
- 3 These Eyes 2:53
- 4 Hurting Me 2:27
- 5 It's True 2:48
- 6 Alton's Groove 2:04
- 7 What Does It Take to Win Your Love 3:01
- 8 The Picture Was You 3:03
- 9 Gonna Take a Miracle 2:16
- 10 Your Heart Is Gonna Pay 3:00
- 11 Wide Awake in a Dream 2:51
- 12 You Make Me So Very Happy 3:09
- 13 Reason in the Sky 3:05
- 14 The Winner (extended version) 7:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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