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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews What's this?

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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 13 Ratings

  • Summary: The compilation album of some of her duets with such artists such as The Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson, Outkast, Q-Tip, Belle & Sebastian, Ray Charles, Dolly Parton, Ryan Adams, Herbie Hancock, and M. Ward.
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  • Record Label: Blue Note
  • Genre(s): Jazz, Vocal, Pop/Rock, Adult Alternative Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Contemporary Singer/Songwriter, Contemporary Jazz, Jazz Blues, Torch Songs, Vocal Jazz, Contemporary Jazz Vocals
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. Uncut
    Dec 20, 2010
    80
    These 18 collaborations are a fascinating voyage through the classier end of pop, country and R&B over the past decade, and also add much needed focus to Jones (sometime insipid) mix of country and smooth jazz. [Jan 2011, p.93]
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  2. Mojo
    Dec 14, 2010
    80
    This 18-song miscellany reminds us that talent loves the company of talent, one-off duets with Ray Charles and Dolly Parton underlining Jones's seemingly effortless ascent to premier league status. [Jan. 2011, p. 97]
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Nov 17, 2010
    75
    ...Featuring doesn't really turn over any new rocks in the Zen garden of Jones' voice, perpetually in repose. It only reinforces her power over and over again--but it's hard to complain when her vocal prowess is so refined.
  4. Slant Magazine
    Nov 15, 2010
    70
    ...Featuring Norah Jones may attempt to cast her in something of a supporting role, but it's still definitively a Norah Jones record, and a solid one at that.
  5. BBC Music
    Nov 15, 2010
    70
    It's fair to say that for every misstep there's an unexpectedly winning duet, but not enough of Jones' maturity is brought to the fore.
  6. Q Magazine
    Dec 23, 2010
    60
    Her collaborations, from Foo Fighters to Ray Charles. [Jan. 2011, p. 151]
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  7. Under The Radar
    Dec 23, 2010
    30
    ...Featuring might make a great stocking stuffer for mom, but even she might have trouble swallowing over an hour of Jones; innocuous and predictable soft rock. [Year End 2010, p.77]
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  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. bamboo
    Nov 18, 2010
    10
    Purely genius! I love every songs in this album. Looks like Norah has returned to her Jazz root in this album and it suits her perfectly. WhatPurely genius! I love every songs in this album. Looks like Norah has returned to her Jazz root in this album and it suits her perfectly. What a surprise to hear Foo Fighters and Outkast here, their voices fit so well with Norah.… Expand
  2. bakertpaul
    Dec 1, 2010
    8
    If anyone ever doubted Norah's ability to transcend all genres, this album ends the argument. Jones shows her skill to adapt to perform withIf anyone ever doubted Norah's ability to transcend all genres, this album ends the argument. Jones shows her skill to adapt to perform with anyone, in any style. The album will contain an instant favorite for anyone that listens to it as it has something for everyone. Personally, I enjoy the somewhat improv track with Q-Tip in which one can see Norah Jones apply her voice to a sort of R & B genre (I would say hip-hop, but that is found on the Talib Kweli track). Jones creates an instant classic with Ray Charles on "Here we go again". The album allows Norah to spread her wings and glide into territories usually untouched by someone of her prowess. You have to hear the collaborations to understand...… Expand
  4. Manik_Music
    May 7, 2012
    8
    Check out our full review at Manik Music: http://www.manikmusic.net/reviews/nora-jones-little-broken-hearts/

    In 2002, Norah Jones released    Check out our full review at Manik Music: http://www.manikmusic.net/reviews/nora-jones-little-broken-hearts/

    In 2002, Norah Jones released her debut album, Come Away With Me. It ended up selling a whopping 22 million copies, netting her several Grammys, and solidifying her as one of the emerging â    … Expand
  5. coffeeblues
    Feb 2, 2011
    8
    Didn't even know this was coming out till I went to get my morning latte at Starbucks. Great idea to put together a collection of herDidn't even know this was coming out till I went to get my morning latte at Starbucks. Great idea to put together a collection of her collaborations - it showcases just how versatile she is across genres and every track is solid. Hope she keeps pushing the jazz label and does what feels right for her.… Collapse

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