Hope & Glory - Ann Wilson
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74 out of 100

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7.5 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 28 Ratings

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  • Summary: Former Heart singer debuts her first solo album.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Wilson's own vocals have grown more passionate over the years and she makes certain the spotlight never strays far from her. [14 Sep 2007, p.148]
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  2. Boston Globe
    80
    Wilson's voice has aged; once-effortless high notes stay out of reach. But like a hard-living blues diva who subs soul for sweetness, Wilson makes those whiskey tones work.
  3. All Music Guide
    70
    It's a bleak album to be sure, undoubtedly inspired by the downtrodden national mood of the times in which it was recorded. Ann's voice is strong and convincing on these tunes, largely drawn from the '60s and '70s with a few exceptions.
  4. PopMatters
    60
    Ultimately, is that there is a lot more good material than bad here. That is kind of a triumph. But it would be a lot better to just hear a new Heart album.

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  1. Positive: 14 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 19
  3. Negative: 4 out of 19
  1. andreag.
    10
    Ann Wilson is a performer and the best Ann Wilson you will ever see or hear is when she is on a stage performing for her fans. Having said that, this is the best studio performance of Ann's amazing career. She is top notch on every song and Ben Mink's production and musical genius combine with Ann's voice to make a beautiful masterful work of art. Get this album - you will not be sorry. Ms. Tralwind… Expand
  2. MartinS.
    8
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  3. ConnieG.
    7
    As a Heart fan from '76, I have to admit this CD was not what I was hoping for. I personally don't care for the song selection, but admire her making a point with this effort. She seems to be exploring her lower vocal range, but just for variety's sake, certainly. And Joshua W., having seen Heart in concert twice this summer, I can personally assure you Ann's vocal range and power is still intact. Vocally, she can still put most to shame and give others goals to reach for.… Expand
  4. SayH.
    4
    I love Ann Wilson but this disc is Ho-Hum. It's all very tuned down and slow and Ann never gets into her much beloved wail instead focusing on lower vocals that are quite raspy. I'll keep it for collectible sake but the disc is ok but not great.… Expand

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