Double albums are rare these days and the best ones came out decades ago in vinyl form. But country star Miranda Lambert revives that tradition in an expansive new album, “The Weight of These Wings,” which emphasizes the duality of her personality on disc A’s “The Nerve” and disc B’s “The Heart.” At times, the album feels a bit repetitive, but there are enough standout songs to make it worth the extra time.
The fiery guitar slinger from Texas highlights her rock side with a touch of distortion, echoing vocals and high-pitched guitar licks. First single “Vice” starts with the crackle of a record and her voice drips like a smoky dive bar singer as the bass line wavers.
Although releasing a double album in the reign of digital singles is likely a gamble, Lambert has a lot to say and there’s plenty of fans ready to listen.
