In The Reins [EP]
by Iron & Wine + Calexico
  • Record Label: Overcoat
  • Release Date: Sep 13, 2005
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Alternative Press
    60
    A bit too jammy at times, but this is another solid effort for both artists. [Oct 2005, p.158]
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  2. Lost At Sea
    60
    Most of these tracks can be found on the Internet in their original Iron & Wine incarnations, and all but one sounds 100% better that way.
  3. Under The Radar
    60
    A pleasant curiosity. [#11, p.117]
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  5. New Musical Express (NME)
    50
    These country-blues laments are seriously sleepy-eyed. [10 Sep 2005, p.66]
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User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. romanmc
    Jan 24, 2006
    8
    It's pleasant listening. The first track, the last track, and the middle of the EP is the strength, especially "Red Dust." The way Iron It's pleasant listening. The first track, the last track, and the middle of the EP is the strength, especially "Red Dust." The way Iron and Wine's acoustic blues riff accelerates in tempo and Calexico steps in with its rhythm section is a credit to how well these two acts meshed. "Prison on Route 41" and "Sixteen, Maybe Less" are both a little too much on the 'precious' side and should be avoided for those who quickly fall asleep to Iron and Wine.… Full Review »
  2. CherylP
    Nov 28, 2005
    9
    I've always liked Calexico and I've enjoyed some of Iron & Wine, but Iron & Wine can sometimes be too sleepy for me. This I've always liked Calexico and I've enjoyed some of Iron & Wine, but Iron & Wine can sometimes be too sleepy for me. This collaboration is truly beautiful.… Full Review »
  3. radar
    Oct 14, 2005
    10
    Why don't all artists only release EP's? This is how it's supposed to be done. Only 7 tracks - only quality!
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