Toby Arrives
Koch Marshall Trio · 2018
50 min · 8 tracks · blues
A vibrant fusion of blues, jazz, and rock that energizes with intricate grooves and soulful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Funk Meat — This track exemplifies the band's skillful interplay between rhythm and melody, combining funk influences with tight jazz improvisation that showcases each member's virtuosity.
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Let's Get Sinister — With its heavy groove and infectious energy, this track captures the trio's ability to craft an engaging narrative through music, making it a highlight of their live performances.
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Mysterioso — Offering a darker, more contemplative atmosphere, this composition highlights the band's range and willingness to explore complex musical themes while retaining accessibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends genres effectively with strong musicianship but lacks broad recognition.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a prominent guitar riff, establishing a high-energy tone that persists through the first half.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation that showcases the musicians' technical skills.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving an open-ended feel rather than a definitive close.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Sin Repent Repeat
The verses feature a stark contrast as they shift from introspective themes to a resolute call for change within the narrative.
This structural choice enhances the emotional weight of the song, providing a dynamic push that reflects the struggle between personal reckoning and a desire for redemption.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Toby Arrives 5:48
- 2 Funk Meat 6:47
- 3 Heed The Boogaloo 5:45
- 4 Let's Get Sinister 7:48
- 5 Mysterioso 9:57
- 6 Enter The Rats 5:06
- 7 Boogie Yourself Drade 5:17
- 8 Sin Repent Repeat 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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