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Frank Marino · 1980
42 min · 8 tracks · hard rock
Blistering guitar riffs intertwine with soulful vocals, capturing the essence of late '70s hard rock with a Canadian twist.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Got Livin' — This opening track energizes the album with its infectious groove and powerful guitar solos, establishing Marino's signature sound right from the start.
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Finish Line — With its emotive lyrics and intricate guitar work, this track highlights Marino's lyrical depth while maintaining a robust hard rock energy.
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Loved by You — The lengthy composition showcases Marino’s improvisational abilities and emotional range, making it a centerpiece that resonates with listeners seeking depth in instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong guitar work and maintains a solid hard rock identity while exploring varied tempos.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a brisk pace, maintaining a consistent mid-tempo throughout the first half.
- Several tracks feature extended guitar solos that showcase Marino's technical skill, often intertwining with vocal melodies.
- The last two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a contrast to the earlier songs and providing a more reflective conclusion.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Finish Line
A poignant moment unfolds where the protagonist confronts their struggles directly, reflecting on personal growth amidst challenges.
This shift to introspection contrasts sharply with the album's more energetic tracks, emphasizing vulnerability in an otherwise assertive sound.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Got Livin' 4:36
- 2 Finish Line 4:07
- 3 Rock Me Baby 4:46
- 4 Something's Comin' Our Way 6:42
- 5 Roadhouse Blues 5:27
- 6 Loved by You 8:40
- 7 Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame 4:06
- 8 Mona 4:24
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