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- Summary: The Iowan-born singer-songwriter releases his first album on the Anti label.
- Record Label: Anti
- Genre(s): Rock, Alternative, Folk
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| Old Devils | |
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| The old devils are at it again. who knows what they'll do. it's true right now like it was back then. The old devils are at it again. from behind... | See the rest of the song lyrics |
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Mixed: 1 out of 8
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Alternative PressRepeat listens yield rich and profound rewards. [Mar 2009, p.104]
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UncutThis one is more bluesy and soulful, a kind of semi-protest record that takes stock of post-Bush USA. [Mar 2009, p.88]
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MojoIf Solomon Burke and Will Oldham had a baby. [Mar 2009, p.105]
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For all its grim honesty, Whitmore's fifth album also boasts a survivor's tenacity.
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If the subject matter becomes a little too repetitive after multiple listenings, there’s always the music itself to enjoy.
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His voice leads the material along, punching up the momentum of the heavier songs and providing an earthy low end for the simpler ones.
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Under The RadarAdding to his old-time preacher's moan and expressive banjo, Whitmore utilizes a full band for the first time in this collection of songs lamenting corrupt authority in all its various forms. [Winter 2009, p.79]
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Positive: 2 out of 2
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MLJFeb 27, 2009Animals is a transition record for William, and even when he's figuring things out, he makes beautiful honest music.
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[Anonymous]Mar 12, 2009Beautiful work from an incredible artist.
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