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In the end, it is musicianship that makes Duper Sessions unquestionably successful.
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The album is imminently listenable, providing a brisk background as easily as it rewards a close listen.
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Under The RadarThe album's success hinges precisely on that nebulous concept called "getting it right," and all parties involved certainly do. [#13, p.86]
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UrbThis is one groovy, swinging collection fans of all ages can dig. [Apr 2006, p.86]
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MagnetThe brevity gives the tunes space to present themselves without a needless bridge here or a prideful coda there. [#71, p.102]
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Once you reconcile yourself to the idea that Lerche has made a jazz-pop record, the songcraft, laid-back approach and Lerche's sweet vocals might just win you over.
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Entertainment WeeklyIt's a cute idea, except that Lerche's jazz-tinged pop is more compelling than his pop-tinged jazz. [24 Mar 2006, p.70]
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A bit uneven.
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His soft Ben Gibbard geekiness is an odd, if timely, fit for the swinging material, and flourishes of Jeff Buckley throat rattles don't help.
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BlenderLerche originals... aren't starry-eyed vintage exercises. They're just swell new tunes. [Apr 2006, p.114]
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The main reason this little album is likeable despite its nostalgic play-acting is this: Lerche has a voice and manner that makes hearts melt, no matter the genre.
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Paste MagazineThe approach proves enjoyable, sometimes even beguiling... But... more adventurous songs... reveal Lerche's shortcomings with red-faced results. [Jun/Jul 2006, p.112]
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While Lerche could pull off Bacharach's breezy lounge swinger persona, he lacks the pipes, the pain and the maturity to deliver the smooth retro romanticism these jazz-inflected ballads require.
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SpinHe tries hepcat jazz-piano bop and balladry with pitiful results. [May 2006, p.91]
User score distribution:
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Positive: 7 out of 9
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Mixed: 1 out of 9
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Negative: 1 out of 9
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Mar 3, 2016
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ChelseaMay 31, 2006
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KeeganDApr 4, 2006