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Red Dirt Girl - Emmylou Harris
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73 out of 100

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8.6 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 16 Ratings

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  • Summary: Similar in sound to 1995's adventurous 'Wrecking Ball,' this album of original Harris tunes features guest appearances from Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews and Jill Cunniff (Luscious Jackson), among others.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    100
    A transcendent and seductively personal sound.
  2. Wall of Sound
    90
    Harris is making music that stands with -- and perhaps eclipses -- her most well-regarded work.
  3. All Music Guide
    60
    Alternately sparse and lush, Red Dirt Girl can be seen as a companion piece to 1995's Wrecking Ball... The diverse production only adds to Harris' earthy songwriting, adding interest to what could otherwise be lulls during the more subdued songs, and really showcases the understated lyrics that the singer has slowly become recognized for.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. MatthewC.
    10
    One of the most extraordinary albums I've ever heard. Superior to any Nashville product. Emmylou Harris is the most valuable artist in music today!… Expand
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  2. matthewc
    4
    to touchy
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  3. Mung
    2
    synthesized crap from an artist that should know better.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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