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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 58 Ratings

  • Summary: This is the solo debut for former child star, Rilo Kiley frontwoman and occasional Postal Service vocalist Jenny Lewis. Contributors include Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst, Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard and singer-songwriter M. Ward.
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 24
  2. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Uncut
    100
    A dozen remarkable tracks. [Feb 2006, p.78]
  2. Though the singer-with-backup music relies on formula that won't set anyone's life straight, her melodic chops--sweet as a writer, supple as a singer--put the songs across.
  3. Lewis draws from country and pop to build indelible songs around some capital "T" themes.
  4. Using acoustic country gospel to explore the doubt-ridden downside of faith and her weakness to "my own destructive appetites," Lewis enlists Nashville twins Chandra and Leigh Watson to soften her sharp words with sparkling harmonies.
  5. It's a moody, atmospheric listen that never gets quite as melancholy as it suggests and holds together better than any Rilo Kiley album to date.
  6. On repeated listens, the songwriting makes the album lukewarm.
  7. Mojo
    40
    Pretty, but pointless. [Feb 2006, p.95]

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 43
  2. Negative: 4 out of 43
  1. GarretO
    Jan 27, 2006
    10
    A classic of the stone cold variety.
  2. BruceR
    Nov 1, 2006
    10
    Jenny and the Twins in harmony heaven. If this isn't a contender for Record of the Year, demand a recount. Sublime!
  3. [Anonymous]
    Jan 25, 2006
    9
    Beautiful harmonies. Some great songwriting.
  4. RobC
    Jul 19, 2006
    9
    This must be one of the bests in this year. Just 10 tracks, 10 good songs.
  5. RobertA
    Feb 15, 2006
    8
    I have to say I really enjoy this album. Most of the songs are beautifully written and performed. Very original lyrics. Jenny Lewis is one I have to say I really enjoy this album. Most of the songs are beautifully written and performed. Very original lyrics. Jenny Lewis is one talented lady. I actually would give this album an 8.3. It has variety and a tranquil heart. I really enjoy it. Good Day! Expand
  6. RJay
    Jan 25, 2006
    7
    I love her voice and, of course, her look. The songs are, however way too hit & miss. Can't give the album on the whole better than a 7. I love her voice and, of course, her look. The songs are, however way too hit & miss. Can't give the album on the whole better than a 7. "one of the best of 2006 so far!!" - saddy boy Talk about faint praise, it's Jan 24th! lol Expand
  7. mike
    Apr 18, 2006
    0
    does anyone listen to this overhyped garbage other than 13 year old femaile hipsters/scenesters?

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