The Magic Door
Chris Robinson Brotherhood · 2012
65 min · 10 tracks · blues rock
A blend of blues rock and psychedelic folk, rich with soulful melodies and intricate instrumental textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Vibration & Light Suite — This expansive track serves as a centerpiece for the album, merging intricate guitar work with a flowing narrative that encapsulates the band's psychedelic influences.
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Someday Past the Sunset — With its reflective lyrics and melodic structure, this song highlights the band's lyrical prowess and ability to evoke deep emotions through music.
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Wheel Don't Roll — This track stands out for its upbeat rhythm and catchy chorus, embodying the fusion of traditional blues elements with a contemporary twist that defines the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends blues rock with psychedelic elements, featuring strong musicianship and lyrical storytelling.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, but the tempo gradually shifts downwards by the fifth track, introducing more reflective pieces.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and storytelling, particularly in tracks like 'Someday Past the Sunset' and 'Sorrows of a Blue Eyed Liar'.
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Someday Past the Sunset
A moment shifts from introspective thoughts to a yearning for connection as it explores themes of time and longing.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go 4:55
- 2 Someday Past the Sunset 6:20
- 3 Appaloosa 5:17
- 4 Vibration & Light Suite 13:56
- 5 Little Lizzie Mae 6:19
- 6 Sorrows of a Blue Eyed Liar 8:38
- 7 Wheel Don't Roll 5:30
- 8 Blue Suede Shoes 5:37
- 9 Girl I Love You 4:00
- 10 Bright Lights Big City 4:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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