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Throughout Sean-Nos Nua the production treats O'Connor's voice like a canvas on which to paint vivid images. At times the result is distracting, with far too much slapback, but it also scores on songs like "Molly Malone," where vocal and instrumental textures together trace the tale through poignant light and ominous shadow.
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One of her finest albums to date.
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BlenderHer haunting voice is perfect for these downcast dirges. [#11, p.139]
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Sean-Nós Nua takes a few songs to find its footing, but then it towers with her best.
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Entertainment WeeklyThis set combines gorgeous traditional songs and top players with some powerful singing. [11 Oct 2002, p.82]
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MojoNothing sounds quite as expected. [Nov 2002, p.108]
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O'Connor sounds very relaxed, and ultimately humbled by the ancient material. She resists the temptation to use her vocal tics and affectations; for the most part, she sings the words with a straightforward clarity and reverence.
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For those infatuated with her magical voice, this album of work doesn't disappoint.
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Q MagazineThe results, while respectfully chocolate box pretty, make Enya seem like a bomb-making radical. [Nov 2002, p.109]
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Her most rapturous work in a decade.
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UncutA sentimental indulgence destined for a theme-pub half-life. [Nov 2002, p.114]
User score distribution:
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Positive: 7 out of 8
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Mixed: 0 out of 8
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Negative: 1 out of 8
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MikeCNov 17, 2006Such Beauty, compassion in her voice. It makes me want to cry and laugh with happiness and sadness all at once.
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jyo_tirmayadSep 2, 2006
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KimBMay 1, 2006