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Written by Kurt Klopmeier
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Thursday, 19 November 2009 |
 Though it can be plodding, and the lyrics can be hard to understand, the record showcases one of the best voices and songwriters in indie rock today |
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Written by Teresa Montgomery
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Thursday, 19 November 2009 |
The songs don’t suffer for John’s solitude – in some ways this is his strongest album yet – but the tone has changed, and it’s hard to tell if it’s for the best or not. |
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Saturday, 14 November 2009 |
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Somehow, almost every song here seems a favorite in its own right.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Saturday, 14 November 2009 |
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One listen to the first song, "Detroit," and I thought I was in love.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Saturday, 14 November 2009 |
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I'll have to admit, I don't find Church's voice to be especially strong.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Saturday, 14 November 2009 |
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At some point, it had to happen. Shoegaze had to grow up, grow a set, adapt.
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Written by Mike Rengel
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Wednesday, 11 November 2009 |
The Twilight Sad have an unparalleled aptitude for freezing small, specific moments in time. |
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Written by Mike Rengel
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Wednesday, 11 November 2009 |
Sick of Sarah nails the straightforward appeal of radio friendly pop in the vein of Michelle Branch but strips away all banality with a centrifuge of confidence, replacing it with stout Upper Midwestern heart. |
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Written by Jennifer Manjarez
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Thursday, 05 November 2009 |
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Even after years of mastering unique beats and unconventional sounds, Tiesto is still trying his hand at something new.
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Written by Michael Morlaine
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Thursday, 29 October 2009 |
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The film's retro affectations permeate every aspect of the soundtrack.
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Written by Jim Ousley
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Tuesday, 27 October 2009 |
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You may be as surprised as I was at this transplanted Aussie's California sunshine-inspired tracks.
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Written by Jason Green
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Tuesday, 27 October 2009 |
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"Why then," you ask, "are you reviewing this CD, smart guy? Aren't you the guy in charge of the comic book section or something?"
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Written by Christopher Sewell
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Friday, 23 October 2009 |
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In and Out of Control is a solid effort by The Raveonettes and one of their best records to date.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Friday, 23 October 2009 |
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Ryan Jarman really stretches his voice on this offering. It's still recognizable, but he's singing more, reaching new ranges, holding notes longer.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Friday, 23 October 2009 |
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On the whole, this is a mellow one, kids; Vehicles and Animals is a long, long time ago, and not one we'll be soon revisiting.
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Written by Willie E. Smith
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Friday, 23 October 2009 |
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Beginnings like this were a rare find around these parts, 'cause the tendency was for the talent to leave the nest and head for the coasts ASAP.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Tuesday, 20 October 2009 |
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From the first song to the tenth, these are richly layered, deeply affecting numbers; listening, you often feel the confidante to a close friend.
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Written by Jason Green
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Friday, 16 October 2009 |
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That isn't to say that
this is an all-time classic like Violent Femmes or Hallowed Ground: the peaks
aren't nearly that high, but the complete lack of valleys is cause for
celebration.
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Written by Laura Hamlett
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Friday, 09 October 2009 |
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Don't feel ashamed if you're inclined to hit the "repeat" button and listen to the whole disc all over again; this is one that stands up to repeated (and repeated) listens.
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Written by Willie E. Smith
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Thursday, 08 October 2009 |
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The growth and maturation of his talents shine on "Holding Out," the second track on the set, a piano-based tune Joe Jackson could have released in his prime.
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