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- Summary: This mini-album finds seven new originals written and sung by Sam Beam (Iron & Wine) with Calexico's Joey Burns and John Convertino performing as his backing band.
- Record Label: Overcoat
- Genre(s): Indie, Rock
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 18 out of 22
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Mixed: 4 out of 22
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Negative: 0 out of 22
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Gorgeous, lush, and surprisingly optimistic.
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Entertainment WeeklyHeartbreaking and haunting. [23 Sep 2005, p.90]
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While In The Reins bears the unmistakable imprint of both Calexico and Iron and Wine, these collaborators donĂ¢??t seem to be interested in playing it all that safe.
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In The Reins is intelligent but natural, different but not queer.
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In the Reins will please fans of both Beam and Calexico, and perhaps bring crossover business to each.
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A solid set of tunes with some interesting musical elements not typically present in Beam's dynamic.
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New Musical Express (NME)These country-blues laments are seriously sleepy-eyed. [10 Sep 2005, p.66]
Score distribution:
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Positive: 6 out of 6
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Mixed: 0 out of 6
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Negative: 0 out of 6
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radarOct 14, 2005Why 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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GaryESep 16, 2005
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AndyPSep 19, 2005Really great move for both bands. The added flavor and tempo of Calexico makes Iron and Wine even more amazing.
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StevenLOct 2, 2005
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CherylPNov 28, 2005
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romanmcJan 24, 2006
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