Wilson Pickett In Philadelphia
Wilson Pickett · 1970
26 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A vibrant fusion of soul and rock, marked by powerful vocals and infectious grooves that epitomize the early '70s sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get Me Back on Time, Engine Number 9, Part 1 — This track exemplifies Pickett's commanding vocal style paired with a catchy groove, highlighting the blend of soul and rock that defines the album.
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Ain't No Doubt About It — With its upbeat tempo and engaging call-and-response structure, this song showcases Pickett's charismatic performance and ability to connect with listeners.
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Don't Let the Green Grass Fool You — This track stands out for its narrative lyrical content and soulful delivery, illustrating Pickett's knack for storytelling through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends soul and rock effectively, featuring strong arrangements and engaging vocals.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, followed by several songs that maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove.
- The use of brass and string arrangements is prominent throughout, enhancing the soulful feel of the tracks.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- concise energetic flow
- for upbeat gatherings
- short bursts of excitement
- commanding vocals that engage
- ideal for lively afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- want slow introspective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1970, this album was Wilson Pickett's follow-up to his acclaimed 1969 record, 'Right On.' At this point in his career, Pickett was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the soul genre, showcasing his versatility by embracing more rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Otis Redding· James Brown· Sam & Dave
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Run Joey Run 2:37
- 2 Help the Needy 2:31
- 3 Come Right Here 2:35
- 4 Bumble Bee (Sting Me) 2:13
- 5 Don't Let the Green Grass Fool You 2:46
- 6 Get Me Back on Time, Engine Number 9, Part 1 2:46
- 7 Get Me Back on Time, Engine Number 9, Part 2 3:37
- 8 Days Go By 2:24
- 9 International Playboy 2:26
- 10 Ain't No Doubt About It 2:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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