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Where It Hits You

Jim White · 2012

58 min · 11 tracks · country music

A meditative blend of Americana and country, weaving introspective lyrics with lush instrumentation that invites deep reflection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Chase the Dark Away — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melodies and contemplative lyrics, reflecting themes of hope amidst darkness.
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    State of Grace — This song encapsulates the emotional core of the album, blending poignant storytelling with a sense of longing that resonates throughout.
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    My Brother's Keeper — A standout piece that delves into familial bonds and responsibility, showcasing White's lyrical prowess and ability to convey complex emotions.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines introspective lyrics with rich instrumentation, creating a reflective listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces slower, more contemplative tracks.
  • Several tracks incorporate layered instrumentation, with strings and subtle percussion enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
  • The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and personal narratives, inviting listeners to engage deeply with the themes presented.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Chase the Dark Away 5:30
  • 2 Sunday's Refrain 5:00
  • 3 The Way of Alone 5:45
  • 4 State of Grace 5:19
  • 5 Infinite Mind 3:22
  • 6 What Rocks Will Never Know 5:03
  • 7 Here We Go! 3:04
  • 8 My Brother's Keeper 7:21
  • 9 The Wintered Blue Sky 5:50
  • 10 Epilogue to a Marriage 6:50
  • 11 Why It's Cool 5:01

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