Released 60 years ago
The Exciting Wilson Pickett
Wilson Pickett · 1966
30 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A dynamic blend of soul and rock, marked by infectious rhythms and Wilson Pickett's powerful, impassioned vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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In the Midnight Hour — This track is a signature anthem for Pickett, showcasing his ability to blend raw emotion with rhythmic intensity, making it a defining song in his career.
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634–5789 — '634-5789' captures the playful call-and-response style characteristic of R&B, underlining Pickett's charisma and vocal prowess while becoming one of his most recognized hits.
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Land of 1000 Dances — This track stands out for its infectious energy and danceability, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the era and demonstrating Pickett’s versatility as an entertainer.
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 vibrant production, though it dips in cohesion towards the end.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Land of 1000 Dances', setting a brisk pace that continues through the first half.
- Several tracks feature prominent brass sections and call-and-response vocals, enhancing the dynamic feel of the music.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier energetic 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, energetic bursts
- upbeat dance atmosphere
- immediate hooks and energy
- fun, lively background music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1966, The Exciting Wilson Pickett was the artist's third studio album, following his breakthrough hit 'In the Midnight Hour' from the previous year. This album solidified Pickett's status as a leading figure in the soul genre during a time when he was rapidly gaining popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Otis Redding· James Brown· Sam & Dave
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Land of 1000 Dances 2:24
- 2 Something You Got 2:56
- 3 634–5789 2:57
- 4 Barefootin' 2:20
- 5 Mercy, Mercy 2:28
- 6 You're So Fine 2:36
- 7 In the Midnight Hour 2:31
- 8 Ninety-Nine and a Half (Won't Do) 2:31
- 9 Danger Zone 2:08
- 10 I'm Drifting 2:45
- 11 It's All Over 2:20
- 12 She's So Good to Me 2:15
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