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Entertainment Weekly

This set combines gorgeous traditional songs and top players with some powerful singing. [11 Oct 2002, p.82]

CDNow

Sean-Nós Nua takes a few songs to find its footing, but then it towers with her best.

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PopMatters

For those infatuated with her magical voice, this album of work doesn't disappoint.

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Billboard

One of her finest albums to date.

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All Music Guide

Throughout Sean-Nos Nua the production treats O'Connor's voice like a canvas on which to paint vivid images. At times the result is distracting, with far too much slapback, but it also scores on songs like "Molly Malone," where vocal and instrumental textures together trace the tale through poignant light and ominous shadow.

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Mojo

Nothing sounds quite as expected. [Nov 2002, p.108]

Rolling Stone

Her most rapturous work in a decade.

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Pitchfork

O'Connor sounds very relaxed, and ultimately humbled by the ancient material. She resists the temptation to use her vocal tics and affectations; for the most part, she sings the words with a straightforward clarity and reverence.

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Blender

Her haunting voice is perfect for these downcast dirges. [#11, p.139]

Q Magazine

The results, while respectfully chocolate box pretty, make Enya seem like a bomb-making radical. [Nov 2002, p.109]

Uncut

A sentimental indulgence destined for a theme-pub half-life. [Nov 2002, p.114]

What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this album is 9.3 (out of 10) based on 8 User Votes

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Mike C gave it a10:
Such Beauty, compassion in her voice. It makes me want to cry and laugh with happiness and sadness all at once.

jyo_tirmaya d gave it an8:
This is THE album that Sinead O'connor has waited to make all of her life. It is meaningful and beautiful at the same time. Well, done, Ms. O'Connor.

Kim B gave it a9:
I`m ashamed to say that i didn`t hear this album before today. I have always respected and admired Sinéad for her talent and her outspokeness. This album is truly a gem, So well produced and put together and her voice is as usual nothing short of spectacular.

Don L gave it a10:
Great musicianship, awesome vocals.

rain b gave it a 10:
This album is DIVINE!

Kevin C gave it a 10:
She's a phenomenal singer and she's picked some great songs that show her range and abilities. Fantastic album for Irish music fans.

Marc B gave it a 9:
A haunting collection of traditional voice as interpreted by one of the greatest voices of her generation.

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