What makes Where It's At by The Holmes Brothers notable?

Where It's At received critical acclaim upon release, solidifying The Holmes Brothers' reputation in the Americana and blues scenes. The album's blend of original songs and covers showcased their versatility and contributed to the resurgence of interest in traditional forms of American music during the early '90s. Released in 1991, Where It's At marked the third studio album for The Holmes Brothers, following their 1989 debut, which began to establish them as a significant force in the blues genre. At this point in their career, the band was refining their unique blend of gospel, blues, and folk influences, gaining recognition for their powerful vocal performances and rich musicality.

How many songs are on Where It's At?

Where It's At has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Where It's At

The Holmes Brothers · 1991

47 min · 11 tracks · blues

Soulful harmonies and gritty instrumentation evoke the raw heart of American blues with an infectious groove.

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That's Where It's At — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious rhythm and call-and-response structure that captures the essence of their sound.
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Drown in My Own Tears — Their rendition transforms this classic into a hauntingly soulful experience, showcasing their vocal prowess and emotional depth.
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You Can't Hold on to a Love That's Gone — This track stands out for its poignant lyrics and heartfelt delivery, reflecting themes of loss that resonate throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends original material with covers, showcasing strong harmonies but lacks a cohesive arc throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

Each track showcases rich vocal harmonies, often layering multiple voices in call-and-response patterns that enhance the emotional impact.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 That's Where It's At 5:39
2 The Love You Save 4:09
3 You Can't Hold on to a Love That's Gone 3:50
4 I've Been a Loser 3:23
5 High Heel Sneakers 3:42
6 Worried Life Blues 3:56
7 Never Let Me Go 6:39
8 Give It Up 4:43
9 I've Been to the Well Before 3:57
10 I Saw the Light 2:38
11 Drown in My Own Tears 5:06

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