For True
by Trombone Shorty
Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. AllMusic
    Oct 12, 2011
    80
    Ultimately, comparing For True to Backatown is pointless: they are of a piece. While you may prefer one over the other, they are, in essence, two parts of a compelling and dynamic musical aesthetic that is firmly in and of the 21st century, as they look back at history and forward to create it.
  2. The Independent (UK)
    Oct 12, 2011
    80
    Shorty here offers an explosive blend of funk, blues and jazz.
  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Oct 24, 2011
    75
    [He] delivers more flavored Creole soul and a host of guests, including Kid rock, Jeff Beck, and Lenny Kravitz. [23 Sep 2011, p.79]
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  5. BBC Music
    Oct 12, 2011
    70
    Despite this motley bunch, the album's sound hasn't become a random genre gumbo.
  6. The Independent on Sunday (UK)
    Oct 12, 2011
    70
    Loud guitars are everywhere, bucked by riffing horns, and the general vibe is testosteronal and sleeveless. He is a rippingly good player.

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