The Ringing Bell
Derek Webb · 2007
30 min · 10 tracks
A contemplative blend of folk and rock that intertwines personal reflection with social commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Love That's Stronger Than Our Fear — This track encapsulates the album's central theme of overcoming fear through love, presenting a poignant message that resonates throughout the record.
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I Don't Want To Fight — The song stands out for its vulnerable exploration of conflict in relationships, using simple yet powerful imagery to communicate complex emotions.
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A Savior On Capitol Hill — This track critiques political ideologies through a faith lens, showcasing Webb's willingness to engage with controversial topics in a nuanced manner.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and rock with introspective lyrics, creating a solid yet familiar sound.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a reflective tone with acoustic instrumentation, while the fourth introduces a more upbeat tempo.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for a contemplative finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- contemplative afternoon reflections
- steady pacing for deep listening
- uplifting moments of introspection
- narrative flow through each track
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone, varied singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2007, Derek Webb was transitioning from his previous work with the band Caedmon's Call to a more solo-focused career. The Ringing Bell marked his third solo album, following 2005's Mockingbird, and showcased his evolving lyrical depth and musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Andrew Peterson· Sufjan Stevens· Josh Ritter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The End 1:34
- 2 The Very End 3:02
- 3 A Love That's Stronger Than Our Fear 3:03
- 4 I Wanna Marry You All Over Again 3:17
- 5 I Don't Want To Fight 3:13
- 6 Name 3:39
- 7 Can't Be Without You 3:34
- 8 I For An I 3:22
- 9 A Savior On Capitol Hill 2:04
- 10 This Too Shall Be Made Right 3:45
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