The Wolf
Shooter Jennings · 2007
49 min · 13 tracks · country music
A blend of traditional country sounds and modern rock influences, laced with introspective lyrics and gritty storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Ol' Wheel — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its nostalgic reflections on life’s ups and downs, capturing Jennings' signature blend of sincerity and grit.
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Tangled Up Roses — This song stands out for its lush instrumentation and poignant lyrics about love's complications, demonstrating Jennings’ storytelling prowess.
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Concrete Cowboys — With its vivid imagery and themes of camaraderie among outcasts, this track exemplifies Jennings' ability to paint a compelling narrative through music.
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Blood From a Stone — This track delves into themes of resilience and struggle, showcasing Jennings' emotional depth and his knack for connecting personal experiences to broader truths.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional country with modern rock elements, showcasing Jennings' lyrical depth and evolving style.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate narrative storytelling, with lyrics that explore personal and introspective themes, creating a cohesive lyrical arc.
- 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
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 mid-tempo storytelling flow
- reflective moments with emotional depth
- for late-night drives
- engaging narrative arcs throughout
- consistent vibe for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, The Wolf was Shooter Jennings' third studio album, following his breakthrough record, Put the O Back in Oklahoma. This album marked a significant moment in his career as he began experimenting more boldly with genre blending, pushing the boundaries of country music while maintaining his Southern roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sturgill Simpson· Chris Stapleton· Brandi Carlile
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Ol' Wheel 3:44
- 2 Tangled Up Roses 3:25
- 3 Walk of Life 3:58
- 4 Old Friend 4:53
- 5 Slow Train 3:41
- 6 Time Management 101 2:45
- 7 Concrete Cowboys 3:29
- 8 Higher 3:21
- 9 Blood From a Stone 3:05
- 10 Last Time I Let You Down 3:27
- 11 She Lives in Color 3:19
- 12 The Wolf 4:03
- 13 A Matter of Time 6:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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