What makes There's a Last Time for Everything by Lucy Wainwright Roche notable?

The album received positive reviews from critics, highlighting Roche's lyrical depth and vocal clarity. It showcases her ability to blend personal narratives with universal themes, contributing to the contemporary folk scene and solidifying her presence within it. Released in early 2013, There's a Last Time for Everything is Lucy Wainwright Roche's second studio album, following her debut, which established her as a noteworthy voice in the folk genre. At this point in her career, she was beginning to carve out her own identity beyond her famous musical lineage as the daughter of Loudon Wainwright III and Suzzy Roche.

How many songs are on There's a Last Time for Everything?

There's a Last Time for Everything has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

There's a Last Time for Everything

Lucy Wainwright Roche · 2013

41 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music

A blend of intimate storytelling and delicate melodies that evoke the warmth of traditional folk music.

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Last Time — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core, exploring themes of fleeting moments and goodbyes through poignant lyrics and a haunting melody.
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Call Your Girlfriend — A cover of Robyn's hit, Roche reinterprets it with a folk sensibility, infusing the song with new emotional weight while showcasing her unique vocal style.
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The Year Will End Again — Opening the album with reflective lyrics about time and change, this song sets a contemplative tone that resonates throughout the entire collection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and cohesive arrangements, though it remains within familiar folk territory.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of fingerpicked guitar patterns that underpin most tracks, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.
Many songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional resonance of the lyrics.
Several tracks employ a narrative structure, with Roche's storytelling unfolding over the course of each song, often leading to reflective conclusions.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 The Year Will End Again 3:37
2 Seek and Hide 4:11
3 Last Time 2:58
4 Monte Rosa Range 2:34
5 Look Busy 3:53
6 Canterbury Song 3:22
7 Call Your Girlfriend 4:31
8 A Quiet Line 3:36
9 The Same 3:24
10 Take What You're Given 3:38
11 Under the Gun 5:24

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