Released 20 years ago
Through These Reins and Gone
The Felice Brothers · 2006
52 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A raw blend of Americana and folk-rock, steeped in storytelling and vibrant instrumentation that invites listeners into a world of colorful characters.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ballad of Lou the Welterweight — This track showcases the band's storytelling prowess, blending poignant lyrics with a catchy melody that captures the struggles of an underdog boxer.
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Hey Hey Revolver — With its infectious chorus and energetic instrumentation, this song exemplifies the band's ability to fuse folk elements with rock energy, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Mercy — A haunting tune that highlights the band's lyrical depth, exploring themes of longing and redemption through vivid imagery and emotive vocals.
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Going Going Gone — At nearly fifteen minutes long, this epic closer weaves together various musical motifs and narratives, reflecting the band’s ambition and dynamic range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and instrumentation but lacks the depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lively track that sets a mid-tempo pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to slower, more reflective songs in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature overlapping vocal harmonies, creating a sense of communal storytelling rather than individual lead performances.
- The instrumentation varies from acoustic guitar and piano to accordion and harmonica, providing a rich texture that complements the lyrical narratives.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- storytelling that paints vivid imagery
- playful narratives for group enjoyment
- reflective moments for travel
- cathartic sing-alongs by the fire
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer polished studio production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Through These Reins and Gone is The Felice Brothers' debut studio album, following their self-released EPs. At this point, the band was still establishing its identity, moving from busking on the streets of New York to gaining recognition for their unique sound and narrative-driven songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avett Brothers· Old Crow Medicine Show· Langhorne Slim
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trailer Song 3:37
- 2 Ballad of Lou the Welterweight 5:01
- 3 Hey Hey Revolver 3:47
- 4 Your Belly in My Arms 3:21
- 5 Got What I Need 3:07
- 6 Soldier's Song 3:31
- 7 Valentine's Song 2:40
- 8 Roll On Arte 3:45
- 9 Christmas Song 2:11
- 10 Mercy 5:00
- 11 Song to Die To 1:27
- 12 Going Going Gone 14:54
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