Trouble Time
Tinsley Ellis · 1992
53 min · 12 tracks · blues
Raw guitar riffs intertwine with soulful vocals, capturing the essence of Southern blues with a modern twist.
Top tracks — play these first
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Highwayman — The opening track sets the tone with its driving rhythm and powerful guitar work, encapsulating Ellis's blend of rock and blues right from the start.
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Sign of the Blues — This track highlights Ellis's lyrical depth as he reflects on sorrow and longing, paired with a haunting melody that lingers long after it ends.
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My Restless Heart — A standout ballad showcasing Ellis's soulful vocals and intricate guitar solos, effectively conveying a sense of yearning and emotional complexity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw guitar energy throughout
- soulful vocals for emotional depth
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished studio production
- seek complex song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Trouble Time was Tinsley Ellis's fourth studio album, released after his breakthrough in the late '80s with his previous record, Georgia Blue. At this point, he had begun to establish himself in the blues genre, refining his sound and gaining recognition for his dynamic guitar work and emotive vocal delivery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Bonamassa· Keb' Mo'· Gary Clark Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Highwayman 3:16
- 2 Hey Hey Baby 3:54
- 3 Sign of the Blues 4:17
- 4 What Have I Done Wrong? 4:55
- 5 The Big Chicken 2:52
- 6 The Axe 7:34
- 7 Come Morning 2:32
- 8 My Restless Heart 5:42
- 9 Bad Dream 3:40
- 10 The Hulk 4:10
- 11 Now I'm Gone 6:54
- 12 Red Dress 3:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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