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78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews What's this?

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6.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4 Ratings

  • Summary: The third full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was recorded in Toronto with a band that included Gary Craig, Bazil Donovan, Robbie Grunwald, Garth Hudson, Emmett Kelly, and Mary Margaret O'Hara.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Jan 21, 2014
    90
    Here's one of the best records you'll hear in 2014.
  2. 85
    A compelling listen, and a new side to Doug Paisley.
  3. Jan 21, 2014
    80
    Strong Feelings sums up the sentiments, but it’s the eloquent execution that makes this so sublime.
  4. Mojo
    Jan 23, 2014
    80
    Comparatively standard tunes such as To And Fro prevent Strong Feelings from being an unconditional classic, but that's tantamount to dismissing Toronto's CN Tower as a bit pointy. [Feb 2014, p.91]
  5. Jan 21, 2014
    75
    Musically, Strong Feelings reiterates Constant Companion, which is fine, because it’s a good formula and Paisley’s songs are stronger this time.
  6. Mar 7, 2014
    70
    Ultimately, this is an album about music's mysterious power.
  7. Feb 14, 2014
    58
    On Strong Feelings, his third full-length, Paisley’s pointed but oxygenated arrangements allow the best facets of his penmanship to bold-face themselves.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 1
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 1
  3. Negative: 0 out of 1
  1. Jan 24, 2014
    7
    While it doesn't really cover any new ground, Strong Feelings is a very pleasant and enjoyable album from an artist who is clearly a veryWhile it doesn't really cover any new ground, Strong Feelings is a very pleasant and enjoyable album from an artist who is clearly a very talented musician. I have positive, strong feelings towards Strong Feelings.

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