Be Good - Gregory Porter
Metascore
89 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 5 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. BBC Music
    Feb 22, 2012
    90
    Yeah, Gregory Porter is the real deal.
  2. The Independent on Sunday (UK)
    Feb 22, 2012
    100
    Porter has made the best vocal album in an age.

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User Score
7.4 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. texaszman
    9
    Although more a listener of Jazz from decades gone by, I instantly felt at home with Gregory Porter's 'Be Good'. This is a musician who is clearly comfortable and in control of his craft - you feel the warmth and energy immediately. The album is like listening to an old friend - or a musician from days gone by you thought you had heard before. Highly recommended.… Full Review »
  2. DavidVRJ
    10
    This is the best jazz album I've ever heard since the jazz era; His voice, his energy, his lyrics, encompass you and treat you to some great, soulful music you'll definitely enjoy if you're into jazz. Enjoy!… Full Review »
  3. ofthewilde
    9
    I spent mere seconds of listening to "Be Good" and "On My Way to Harlem" before going to his website and purchasing his album. It doesn't take long to recognize excellence.… Full Review »
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