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To Be Still - Alela Diane
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9.8 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

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  1. MaxE.
    Sep 1, 2009
    10
    Sublime.
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  2. KurtC.
    Feb 22, 2009
    9
    An exceptional follow up to her self-released debut from a few years ago. This new one is noticeably higher in recording quality with the addition of a backing-band, all of which help to make Diane's songs more solid, grooving, and overall more accessible (not that her early songs weren't, but who doesn't like a steady beat and bass in the background?). So far, the stand-out album of 2009.… Expand
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  3. Evannotimportant
    Mar 18, 2009
    10
    beautiful album! a real natural progression from "Pirates Gospel." It has a much more folksy/bluegrass feel... GENIOUS.. btw she's a way cool to, met her!
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Metascore
75 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Q Magazine
    40
    At her best, on the eerie 'Every Path,' she's mesmeric enough to lure ships onto rocks, but come the inevitable 'Later...With Jools Holland' appearance, older viewers may be forgiven for thinking Dolores O'Riordan has changed dramatically. [Mar 2009, p.96]
  2. Under The Radar
    60
    This is gorgeous Americana from an artist who has already garnered a dedicated following in Europe. [Winter 2009, p.78]
  3. Austin Chronicle
    67
    Toward the end, the gentle folk trot through mountain passes, creeks, and farms starts to get tedious, but Diane has a stellar voice that would fit in Nashville, North Carolina, or Nevada City.
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