Tiger Suit
KT Tunstall · 2010
43 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music
A vibrant blend of folk and pop, infused with eclectic rhythms and Tunstall's signature soulful vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Uummannaq Song — This opening track showcases Tunstall's unique vocal style while incorporating indigenous sounds that set a distinctive tone for the album.
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Fade Like a Shadow — The track blends catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, demonstrating Tunstall's ability to merge accessible pop with deeper emotional themes.
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(Still a) Weirdo — This song captures a playful yet reflective spirit, highlighting Tunstall's lyrical wit while also embracing individuality and self-acceptance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases varied styles but lacks a strong cohesive thread throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a traditional folk song, then shifts to more upbeat pop-infused tracks, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, including strings and percussion, which adds depth to the arrangements.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- vibrant melodies for daily activities
- feel-good tunes for uplifting moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
- seek standalone hits over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2010, Tiger Suit is KT Tunstall's third studio album, following her commercially successful debut Eye to the Telescope and the follow-up Drastic Fantastic. At this point in her career, Tunstall was navigating a shift towards a more experimental sound, incorporating diverse musical elements beyond her folk roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Marling· Regina Spektor· Birdy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Uummannaq Song 3:38
- 2 Glamour Puss 3:19
- 3 Push That Knot Away 3:45
- 4 Difficulty 4:59
- 5 Fade Like a Shadow 3:28
- 6 Lost 4:41
- 7 Golden Frames 3:45
- 8 Come On, Get In 3:40
- 9 (Still a) Weirdo 3:40
- 10 Madame Trudeaux 3:18
- 11 The Entertainer 4:47
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