What makes Through a Crooked Sun by Rich Robinson notable?

The album received positive critical reception, with several tracks charting on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums. Its introspective nature and blend of genres contributed to its role in shaping the contemporary roots rock sound. In 2011, Rich Robinson released 'Through a Crooked Sun' as his second solo album, following his debut 'And the Band Played On' from 2004. At this point in his career, Robinson was distancing himself from The Black Crowes, exploring more personal themes and a distinct musical identity beyond the band’s legacy.

How many songs are on Through a Crooked Sun?

Through a Crooked Sun has 12 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Through a Crooked Sun

Rich Robinson · 2011

61 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A soulful blend of blues rock and introspective lyrics wrapped in rich, melodic guitar work.

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Hey Fear — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of vulnerability with its haunting melody and reflective lyrics that confront fear head-on.
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Gone Away — Opening with a poignant guitar riff, this song sets the emotional tone for the album, showcasing Robinson's knack for blending lyrical depth with musicality.
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Standing On the Surface of the Sun — This track highlights Robinson's blues roots while infusing a sense of hope and resilience, making it a standout moment on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends blues rock with introspective elements, showcasing solid craftsmanship but lacking strong cohesion.

What we noticed

The first five tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the subsequent tracks introduce varied tempos and dynamics.
Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and exploration of melodies.
The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere as it concludes.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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 Gone Away 4:46
2 It's Not Easy 4:25
3 Lost and Found 4:27
4 I Don't Hear the Sound of You 6:10
5 Hey Fear 3:45
6 All Along the Way 4:36
7 Follow You Forever 6:48
8 Standing On the Surface of the Sun 6:22
9 Bye Bye Baby 5:38
10 Falling Again 4:23
11 Station Man 4:23
12 Fire Around 6:00

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