What Comes After The Blues
by Magnolia Electric Co.
Metascore
74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Delusions of Adequacy
    60
    Whereas Magnolia was instantly gratifying – a sea change for Molina both sonically and emotionally - What Comes After the Blues is scattered and tangled.
  2. Mojo
    60
    Imagine a 'luded-out Eagles fronted by a dying hillbilly and you'll only be mildly disappointed. [Jun 2005, p.105]
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  3. Q Magazine
    50
    Heralds a move from mine-shaft fug to West Coast freeway haze. [Jun 2005, p.120]
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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. WayneB
    May 18, 2005
    8
    This is one Jason Molina release that might require repeated listenings to sink in, but once it does, I'm guessing it will stay in This is one Jason Molina release that might require repeated listenings to sink in, but once it does, I'm guessing it will stay in regular rotation for many months. Also, saw the band on their recent tour and I was smitten by the songs live presentations! Overall, a must for any fan of Molina's prior projects and a great intro to anyone who has always wondered about this guy (especially those raised by the sonics of Neil Young or Will Oldham).… Full Review »
  2. MorganK
    Apr 21, 2005
    8
    Not quite the epic masterpiece that was the self-titled album, and a little on the short side, but still stunning and beautiful.
  3. EricF
    Apr 21, 2005
    9
    Excellent slice of americana, similar to Anders Parker or Sun Kil Moon
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