Acoustic Classics II
by Richard Thompson
  • Record Label: Beeswing
  • Release Date: Aug 25, 2017
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. The Independent (UK)
    Aug 21, 2017
    80
    Despite most of his well-known songs being crammed onto this album’s 2014 predecessor, there’s no dip in quality here as Richard Thompson revisits material ranging from Fairport Convention classics like “Genesis Hall” and “Meet On The Ledge” through to 2007’s “Guns Are The Tongues”.
  2. Uncut
    Aug 21, 2017
    80
    It's an unalloyed treat. [Sep 2017, p.38]
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  3. The Guardian
    Aug 21, 2017
    80
    This is not a primer for his career by any means, but a welcome light on dusty corners, opening up a notable life.
  5. AllMusic
    Sep 21, 2017
    70
    The performances on Acoustic Classics II don't supplant the original recordings, but they do offer compelling alternate versions of some of the gems from his songbook, and this is a simple but satisfying addition to Thompson's recorded catalog.
  6. Record Collector
    Aug 21, 2017
    60
    A fairly decent substitute for those who can’t snag tickets.

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