Wild Mountain Nation
Blitzen Trapper · 2007
38 min · 15 tracks · alternative country
An eclectic fusion of folk, rock, and country that captures the spirit of a wandering American landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wild Mountain Nation — The title track encapsulates the album's adventurous spirit with its upbeat tempo and vivid storytelling, serving as a manifesto for the band's eclectic style.
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Devil's A-Go-Go Start here — This song features catchy hooks and playful lyrics that highlight the band’s ability to blend humor with deeper themes, making it an engaging entry point to the album.
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Miss Spiritual Tramp — With its introspective lyrics and layered instrumentation, this track showcases the band's lyrical depth while maintaining a lively musicality that resonates throughout the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's eclectic sound and varied pacing create an engaging experience, though it doesn't fully cohere as a singular statement.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, blending acoustic and electric elements, which contributes to its eclectic sound.
- The sequencing includes a notable instrumental interlude ('Wild Mtn. Jam') that provides a breather before the second half of the album.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- playful storytelling and whimsy
- for outdoor adventures
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive pieces
- want intense emotional experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a turning point in their sound and gained critical acclaim.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, 'Wild Mountain Nation' was Blitzen Trapper's third studio album and marked a turning point in their sound. Following their previous album, 'Imperial Mammoth,' this release solidified their place in the alternative country scene with a more experimental approach that blended various genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fleet Foxes· The Decemberists· Iron & Wine
Tracklist
- 1 Devil's A-Go-Go Start here 3:02
- 2 Wild Mountain Nation 2:41
- 3 Futures & Folly 2:13
- 4 Miss Spiritual Tramp 2:59
- 5 Woof & Warp of the Quiet Giant's Hem 2:48
- 6 Sci-Fi Kid 3:04
- 7 Wild Mtn. Jam 1:04
- 8 Hot Tip/Tough Cub 3:27
- 9 The Green King Sings 3:16
- 10 Summer Town 2:24
- 11 Murder Babe 2:51
- 12 Country Caravan 2:03
- 13 Badger's Black Brigade 1:46
- 14 Boss King 2:34
- 15 Cool Love #1 2:24
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