Upland Stories
by Robbie Fulks
Metascore
87

Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. American Songwriter
    Apr 4, 2016
    60
    Robbie Fulks at 53 might be a kinder, gentler version of the rascal of old, but one who has perfected balancing touching, reflective ruminations and a sardonic outlook with effortless aplomb.

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#11 Best Album of 2016

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4.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 66 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 66
  3. Negative: 36 out of 66
  1. Coal
    May 23, 2016
    8
    Well-crafted and well-written, this album is neither brash nor boring. Taking inspiration from a variety of literary influences, this is trulyWell-crafted and well-written, this album is neither brash nor boring. Taking inspiration from a variety of literary influences, this is truly an intelligent country album.… Full Review »
  2. wilcojunkie
    Jun 4, 2016
    10
    I've been a fan of Robbie's since the late 1990s, and I have to say this is probably his best album he's ever released. He is in peak form.I've been a fan of Robbie's since the late 1990s, and I have to say this is probably his best album he's ever released. He is in peak form. It's a mature work that still shows his sly sense of humor (see: "Aunt Peg's New Old Man") and yet delves into deep themes like mortality and redemption. Excellent playing by top notch musicians throughout. Do yourself a favor and see Robbie live if you can, but this record is the closest thing to that experience. A real beauty.… Full Review »
  3. JollyRae16
    Jun 13, 2019
    10
    In a perfect world, Robbie Fulks would be crowned the king of country music. He’s the pure product of America gone crazy. His writes marvelousIn a perfect world, Robbie Fulks would be crowned the king of country music. He’s the pure product of America gone crazy. His writes marvelous story songs that mine traditional styles and show a keen understanding of the changes in our personal, social, and historical lives. He’s a virtuoso acoustic guitar player and a terrific singer who knows how to hit an emotional note without affectation. He lets the strings and the lyrics speak for themselves...… Full Review »
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