Harlem River Blues - Justin Townes Earle
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  • Summary: The third album for the son of Steve Earle was produced with Skylar Wilson.
  • Record Label: Bloodshot
  • Genre(s): Country, Alt-Country, Rockabilly, Americana, Contemporary Singer/Songwriter
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  1. Sputnikmusic
    90
    Harlem River Blues is Justin Townes Earle's crowning moment. It's relaxed without being tiresome, vintage without being gimmicky. Most importantly, it's great. The songs are great, the lyrics are great and there's not a weak song on it.
  2. BBC Music
    80
    Harlem River Blues, though, sounds like the work of a man who can handle pressure. It more than matches--it far exceeds--what had gone before.
  3. The Telegraph (UK)
    Jan 27, 2011
    80
    Harlem River Blues (Bloodshot Records) ranks alongside the best American roots music being made at the moment and his concerts should not be missed.
  4. Q Magazine
    Dec 20, 2010
    80
    Steve's boy finally finds his voice on this third record. [Dec 29010, p.104]
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