Desert Sessions, Vols. 11 & 12
by Various Artists
  • Record Label: Matador
  • Release Date: Oct 25, 2019
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. Q Magazine
    Oct 22, 2019
    60
    A solid, if not essential, Desert Sessions return. [Dec 2019, p.109]
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  2. Classic Rock Magazine
    Oct 22, 2019
    60
    Not essential, then, but well worth a peek through the window. [Nov 2019, p.84]
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  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Oct 30, 2019
    50
    In short, it’s a bit of a misfire.

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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. bnanna922
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    This album is pure fun. Sometimes it harkens back to Beatles-on-LSD absurdity, but it also brings back eastern instrumentals reminiscent ofThis album is pure fun. Sometimes it harkens back to Beatles-on-LSD absurdity, but it also brings back eastern instrumentals reminiscent of Soundgarden's Half, and it also throws in a couple of wonderful tracks that could easily have been on QOTSA's Like Clockwork. It's a pleasure to listen to and a welcome pallette cleanser after hearing the rest of what's being offered today.… Full Review »
  2. fede01_8
    Oct 30, 2019
    5
    Disappointment of the year. On paper, this should have been a brilliant record. A combination of great musicians of different styles. But theDisappointment of the year. On paper, this should have been a brilliant record. A combination of great musicians of different styles. But the songs are forgettable with a filler vibe to them. This would not be an issue if the album weren't so short. There's not a lot to pick here.… Full Review »
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