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61 out of 100

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7.5 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4 Ratings

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  • Summary: Brendan Lynch produced this debut for the English blues-rock band, who are named after a Skip James song.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. New Musical Express (NME)
    80
    One of the best British rock albums of the year so far.
  2. Prefix Magazine
    60
    The up-tempo songs don't show much variation or excitement, but the real fire comes when the band slows it way down or steps out of the garage.
  3. All Music Guide
    60
    Overall, the album is more competent than distinctive; maybe next time, the 22-20s will show more depth and personality.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. DollyM
    10
    This is a great album that really progresses garage rock today. The philosophy that rock is always suppose to change everyday is just ridicules. Just to turn on your radio today and listen is horific today. Most supposedly "rock" music sounds like a blowdryer, without any good melodies what so ever. This band among others (Kings of Leon, Strokes, Jet, Raveonettes, Libertines, Razorlight) are bringing back that great sound from that does not depress you or maddens you like current music. This is truly a good band and has all the formulas for a great song.… Expand
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  2. jgil
    8
    Not only are some of these reviews harsh, some of them are just simply way off the mark. The 22-20's blues foundation is obvious and though the content of the lyrics may have been heard before, these guys put a sharp, hard edge on their riffs that separates them from most of the post-Strokes stripped down wanna-be's out there. Devil In Me, I'm the One, 22 Days and Why Don't You Do It For Me truly stand out. Check this album out and then see them live to truly understand their edge.… Expand
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  3. indieguyluv
    4
    despite its good effort they sound to primitive and so " jet like "
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