Warpaint
The Black Crowes · 2008
53 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
A soulful blend of gritty rock and blues, infused with Southern charm and dynamic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Goodbye Daughters of the Revolution Start here — This opener sets the tone with its anthemic chorus and vibrant instrumentation, encapsulating the band's signature blend of Southern rock and blues.
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Walk Believer Walk — With its infectious rhythm and uplifting lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's ability to craft catchy hooks while maintaining lyrical depth.
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Oh Josephine — A standout ballad that combines heartfelt storytelling with rich melodies, showcasing Chris Robinson's emotive vocals against a lush instrumental backdrop.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends Southern rock influences with dynamic instrumentation, showcasing solid songwriting but lacking strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several songs incorporate layered guitar harmonies and call-and-response vocals, creating a dynamic interplay between the instruments and voices.
- The album closes with two tracks that both feature extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and exploration.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- sparse, minimalist arrangements
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases the band's continued vitality after a five-year hiatus.
- Themes
- Southern charm· gritty blues landscapes· heartfelt storytelling
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2008, 'Warpaint' marked The Black Crowes' sixth studio album and their return after a five-year hiatus since 'Lions'. This record showcased the band’s commitment to their Southern rock roots while also embracing a more polished sound under producer Paul Stacey, reflecting a phase of artistic rejuvenation after internal restructuring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lynyrd Skynyrd· The Allman Brothers Band· Gov't Mule
Tracklist
- 1 Goodbye Daughters of the Revolution Start here 5:03
- 2 Walk Believer Walk 4:39
- 3 Oh Josephine 6:37
- 4 Evergreen 4:20
- 5 Wee Who See the Deep 4:49
- 6 Locust Street 4:14
- 7 Movin' On Down the Line 5:41
- 8 Wounded Bird 4:23
- 9 God's Got It 3:22
- 10 There's Gold in Them Hills 4:46
- 11 Whoa Mule 5:45
What to play next
Before the Frost...Until the Freeze
2009
Continues the soulful rock vibe with rich instrumentation and layered themes.
Freak 'n' Roll...Into the Fog: The Black Crowes All Join Hands, The Fillmore, San Francisco
2006
Sets the stage with live energy and a strong blues influence that leads into Warpaint.
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