Released 6 years ago this October
Twentytwenty
Sara Niemietz · 2020
69 min · 17 tracks · blues
A vibrant live collection blending blues, jazz, and pop with Niemietz's soulful vocals and dynamic stage presence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Don't Walk Me Home (Live) — This track showcases Niemietz's powerful vocal range and emotional storytelling, perfectly encapsulating the essence of longing that permeates the album.
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The Nearness of You (Live) — A soulful reinterpretation of a classic standard, this performance highlights Niemietz's jazz influences and her ability to connect deeply with listeners through subtle vocal nuances.
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Stand by Me (Live) — This rendition pays homage to the original while incorporating Niemietz's unique style, showcasing her talent for reimagining beloved songs with fresh emotion.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures live energy well but lacks standout compositions that would elevate it further.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent live performance energy, with all tracks recorded in front of an audience, enhancing the emotional connection.
- Niemietz's vocals are prominent throughout, often improvising and varying melodies to engage the crowd.
- 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
- captivating soulful vocal performances
- vibrant live energy throughout
- intimate moments of connection
- feel-good anthems for gatherings
- smooth transitions between tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio polish over live
- seek fast-paced listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Twentytwenty' was released in October 2020, Sara Niemietz had already established herself as a versatile performer, known for her contributions to various musical projects including collaborations with artists like Postmodern Jukebox. This live album reflects a culmination of her experiences on stage, showcasing her growth as an artist since her earlier works and highlighting her ability to engage audiences across multiple genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norah Jones· Madeleine Peyroux· Lana Del Rey
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Made to Last (Live)
The bridge introduces a poignant shift where the narrative voice embraces vulnerability, reflecting on commitments and shared dreams.
This moment marks a departure from earlier bravado in the song, engaging listeners with an introspective turn that deepens the emotional impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Smile (Live) 1:28
- 2 I Smile (Live) 3:34
- 3 Don't Walk Me Home (Live) 3:57
- 4 Made to Last (Live) 3:18
- 5 Monroe (Live) 3:49
- 6 Let Me Be (Live) 5:07
- 7 The Nearness of You (Live) 7:19
- 8 Go with the Flow (Live) 4:06
- 9 All Your Love (Live) 3:07
- 10 Feet Don't Touch the Floor (Live) 3:52
- 11 Calling You (Live) 5:24
- 12 Hear Me Now (Live) 4:01
- 13 Out of Order (Live) 3:35
- 14 Shine (Live) 3:32
- 15 Waiting on the Day (Live) 3:32
- 16 On Ten (Live) 3:44
- 17 Stand by Me (Live) 6:20
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