Devils & Dust (2005) Songs Ranked
Submitted by TenthAvenueFreezeOut on Fri, 12/11/2009 - 10:03
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- Album ranked #11 of all. (comments to be continued)
- Devils & Dust - Track 1 of 12
- Jesus Was an Only Son - Track 8 of 12
- Bruce reminds us of a fascinating concept, that religious or not, is true regardless. Behind the title track, has the most powerful lyrics on the album. It was the solo performance on Storytellers where Bruce talks about a woman who used to visit his house but died at a young age and he still looks out for her that made me fall in love with this song.
- Reno - Track 3 of 12
- The pleasant surprise of Devils & Dust and perhaps the best example of the album's key themes (that being mothers) and styles considering the use of guitar and strings.
- All I'm Thinkin' About - Track 11 of 12
- Puts an instant grin on my face and I can't help but sing along in the same silly voice Bruce does too. Whenever a new woman gets in my head, they have to share room with this song.
- Leah - Track 9 of 12
- Smooth and easy, but true all the same. Both the music and lyrics get through in the same nod of my head. It's where Devils & Dust spreads its wings.
- Silver Palomino - Track 7 of 12
- Heavy and patient, I savour every wave of music it slushes over me. It can't quite get the context of the song above the power of the music but I wouldn't have it any other way.
- Maria's Bed - Track 6 of 12
- It's the vocals that put the smile on my face with the eventual development of music that gain a sense of togetherness and connection. It has a nice light feeling, devoid of pressure, though not particularly cheery. Long Time Comin' narrowly missed the list. Again, like Kingdom of Days, I'm satisfied with the album version.
- Long Time Comin' - Track 4 of 12
- All the Way Home - Track 2 of 12
- The Hitter - Track 10 of 12
- Black Cowboys - Track 5 of 12
- Matamoros Banks - Track 12 of 12
