The Trouble with Angels
Juice Newton · 1999
39 min · 10 tracks · country music
A blend of country-pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics that capture the complexities of love and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Angel of the Morning Start here — This iconic track highlights Newton's soaring vocals and emotional delivery, making it a standout that became synonymous with her career.
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Love’s Been a Little Bit Hard on Me — The song encapsulates themes of heartbreak and resilience, showcasing Newton's ability to connect deeply with listeners through relatable storytelling.
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Queen of Hearts — This track is a classic example of Newton's catchy hooks and upbeat style, illustrating her knack for blending pop sensibilities with country roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks significant innovation or depth.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the last five introduce more varied tempos and styles.
- Several tracks feature prominent backing harmonies that enhance the lead vocals, particularly in the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady melodic storytelling journey
- heartfelt reflections on love
- mid-tempo tracks for relaxation
- sing-along moments with friends
- for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Newton's return with familiar sound after a hiatus, reaffirming her status.
- Themes
- heartbreak resilience· nostalgic love stories· 1990s country-pop revival
- Career context
- Released in 1999, The Trouble with Angels marked Juice Newton's return to the music scene after a hiatus, following her commercial peak in the 1980s. This album showcased her signature sound, blending country and pop influences, while re-establishing her presence in a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linda Ronstadt· Kacey Musgraves· Emmylou Harris
Tracklist
- 1 Angel of the Morning Start here 4:16
- 2 Ride ’em Cowboy 4:10
- 3 Love’s Been a Little Bit Hard on Me 3:11
- 4 When I Get Over You 3:51
- 5 The Trouble With Angels 4:00
- 6 This Old Flame 3:37
- 7 Break It to Me Gently 4:07
- 8 Red Blooded American Girl 5:03
- 9 Queen of Hearts 3:29
- 10 The Sweetest Thing 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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