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The True False Identity
by T Bone Burnett
This is the veteran producer's first solo artist album in 14 years.
| LABEL: |
Sony |
| RELEASE DATE: |
16 May 2006 |
| DISCS: |
1 disc |
| GENRE(S): |
Rock, Singer-Songwriter |
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80
Amazon.com
On The True False Identity, Burnett substantiates his role as a composer and performer steeped in traditional American music.
80
Uncut
Comes across like a hi-fi version of Tom Waits at his gnarliest. [Jun 2006, p.92]
78
Austin Chronicle
The time away and working with such diverse influences has enhanced his writing skills, The True False Identity overflowing with dense textures and dexterous social and political commentary that bursts with feverish abandon.
75
Entertainment Weekly
Ultimately... his pinched delivery and humorless moralizing wear thin; by album's end, you wish he'd just start a blog. [26 May 2006, p.107]
70
Slant Magazine
As he routinely does with other artists' material, Burnett has outdone himself on the album's production; it's the material itself that's a bit underwhelming.
70
Billboard
A gripping yet comic collection of Americana songs braced with wit, heartbreak, social critique and spirituality. [20 May 2006]
70
All Music Guide
From nearly anyone else, The True False Identity would be a striking and adventurous work, but given Burnett's body of work, there's no arguing he can do better.
The average user rating for this album is 8.6 (out of 10) based on 3 User Votes
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