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The Medicine Show
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  • Summary: The 15th full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter was produced by John Shanks.
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  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Classic Rock Magazine
    Apr 11, 2019
    80
    The Medicine Show is her biggest-sounding album this century. [May 2019, p.84]
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  2. American Songwriter
    Apr 11, 2019
    70
    Some of the melodies and production tend to be a bit overwrought and there isn’t much in the way of a lighter touch. But it’s the Melissa Etheridge her fans have come to know and respect.
  3. AllMusic
    Apr 11, 2019
    60
    It's a record filled with good intentions but pitched squarely at the faithful converted.
  4. Mojo
    Apr 11, 2019
    60
    In essence a tonic, The Medicine Show is a little bit more of what the world need now. [May 2019, p.93]
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  1. amyatmOdat
    Apr 15, 2019
    0
    This is one of the most underrated women in rock and roll. Should be considered legendary at this point . Voice that won't quit, guitar skillsThis is one of the most underrated women in rock and roll. Should be considered legendary at this point . Voice that won't quit, guitar skills that rival the greats of both sexes. This record gives you the Melissa you love at her best.… Expand

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