Tin Can Trust
Los Lobos · 2010
47 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A rich tapestry of Americana, blending Chicano rock and roots influences with heartfelt storytelling and vibrant instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Burn It Down Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics about destruction and renewal, symbolizing a fresh start for the band.
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On Main Street — This track encapsulates the band's Chicano rock roots, featuring vivid imagery of urban life and a catchy chorus that invites sing-alongs.
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All My Bridges Burning — A reflective ballad that showcases the emotional depth of the songwriting, addressing themes of loss and reconciliation with haunting melodies.
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27 Spanishes — An energetic blend of styles that highlights Los Lobos' unique sound, merging traditional Mexican influences with modern rock sensibilities.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and diverse influences, maintaining a cohesive flow while exploring various styles.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rock track that sets a high energy, followed by a shift to a more melodic piece with layered harmonies.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Latin rhythms and instrumentation, creating a distinct cultural blend throughout the record.
- The final three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for introspective moments that contrast with the earlier energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
- reflective storytelling moments
- steady, consistent energy levels
- layered, rich sonic textures
- inviting sing-along opportunities
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after a five-year gap, blending diverse influences.
- Themes
- urban life snapshots· Chicano rock heritage· loss and renewal
- Career context
- Released on August 3, 2010, Tin Can Trust is Los Lobos' first album in five years, following the more experimental The Town and the City. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their legacy as a versatile ensemble capable of transcending genres while staying true to their roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Mavericks· Los Lonely Boys· Calexico
Tracklist
- 1 Burn It Down Start here 5:11
- 2 On Main Street 3:16
- 3 Yo Canto 2:59
- 4 Tin Can Trust 4:34
- 5 Jupiter or the Moon 4:22
- 6 Do the Murray 3:35
- 7 All My Bridges Burning 4:51
- 8 West LA Freeway 7:03
- 9 The Lady and the Rose 4:10
- 10 Mujer Ingrata 2:45
- 11 27 Spanishes 4:37
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