Word of Mouth
Vin Garbutt · 1999
34 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music
Folk melodies intertwine with storytelling lyrics, creating a vivid tapestry of everyday life and human experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cold Day in Hell — This track encapsulates Garbutt's knack for weaving humor with poignant observations about life’s challenges, making it a standout example of his lyrical prowess.
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Better Than the Good Old Days — In this song, Garbutt critiques nostalgia while celebrating the present, showcasing his ability to blend introspection with relatable commentary on societal changes.
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The Ass and the Hole — With its playful title and sharp wit, this track exemplifies Garbutt's comedic storytelling style, drawing listeners into a humorous yet insightful narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong storytelling through traditional folk structures but lacks standout production or innovation.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of acoustic instrumentation, with guitar and accordion prominently driving the melodies.
- Each track typically follows a verse-chorus structure, allowing for storytelling to unfold in a clear and engaging manner.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response elements, inviting listener participation and enhancing the communal feel of folk music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 Looking Back 3:34
- 2 Cold Day in Hell 3:13
- 3 Things to Do Today 3:54
- 4 The Ass and the Hole 2:46
- 5 Pop Top Hop 4:11
- 6 Better Than the Good Old Days 3:25
- 7 Out the Window 3:14
- 8 The Way It Goes 4:11
- 9 Just One Forever 2:53
- 10 Against the Odds 3:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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