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The Lee Aaron Project

Lee Aaron · 1982

31 min · 9 tracks · blues

A vibrant fusion of hard rock and blues-infused melodies showcases Lee Aaron's powerful vocal prowess and dynamic instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Under Your Spell — This track opens the album with a catchy hook and a powerful vocal performance that sets the tone for Aaron's energetic style.
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    I Like My Rock Hard — This song exemplifies the blend of hard rock and blues influences, featuring memorable riffs and lyrics that celebrate rock music's raw energy.
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    Texas Outlaw — Combining storytelling with a driving beat, this track showcases Aaron's ability to merge narrative lyrics with engaging musicality.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

44 /100
Lowland
Higher than 4% of albums we've rated

The album blends hard rock and blues effectively but lacks the depth for lasting impact.

What we noticed

  • The first four tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and strong vocal hooks, while the fifth track introduces a slower tempo.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, emphasizing Lee Aaron's vocal range and interaction with the instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • energetic anthems for road trips
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • short bursts of vibrant energy
  • playful spirit with bold vocals

Maybe skip if you

  • slow, introspective listening preference
  • long, immersive tracks desired

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1982, The Lee Aaron Project was the artist's debut album, marking her introduction to the Canadian rock scene. At this time, she was just beginning to carve out her identity, blending various genres and showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Stylistic neighbors
Pat Benatar· Heart· Alannah Myles

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Under Your Spell 3:36
  • 2 Lonely for Your Love 3:38
  • 3 Night Riders 2:48
  • 4 Texas Outlaw 3:42
  • 5 I Like My Rock Hard 3:42
  • 6 I Just Wanna Make Love to You 3:01
  • 7 Runnin' From His Love 3:56
  • 8 Should Have Known 3:48
  • 9 Took Your Heart Away 3:14

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