Exit Wounds
by The Wallflowers
  • Record Label: New West
  • Release Date: Jul 9, 2021
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Mojo
    Jul 9, 2021
    80
    It's his best original work by some yards. [Aug 2021, p.84]
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  2. PopMatters
    Jul 22, 2021
    70
    Exit Wounds isn’t radically different from the band’s other albums. It remains true to the formula the band have always embraced. The lyrics paint vivid pictures and are easy to sing. The melodies are instantly familiar, which is part of what makes them so endearing. And if it isn’t broke, why fix it?
  3. Classic Rock Magazine
    Jul 20, 2021
    70
    Continues to make some of the sweetest and most self-assured AOR-inflected power-pop going. [Aug 2021, p.82]
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  5. Pitchfork
    Jul 12, 2021
    70
    On Exit Wounds, the Wallflowers finally turn into the classic rock band they always ached to be.
  6. Uncut
    Jul 9, 2021
    70
    The LP's muscular hooks and unpretentious formalism provide Dylan with the ideal setting for his assured wordplay and signature stoicism. [Aug 2021, p.35]
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  7. American Songwriter
    Jul 9, 2021
    70
    The sound is leaner, a little less rough around the edges and solidly in sync as well.
  8. Glide Magazine
    Jul 9, 2021
    70
    A stripped-down guitar-forward record that still wraps the music in a solid pop sound.
  9. No Ripcord
    Aug 12, 2021
    60
    Most of the album sounds immaculately produced, of course, the result of him basing his operations in Nashville with a group of seasoned musicians. But Dylan remains mostly anonymous throughout, letting others shine while he adds some occasionally poignant touches.
  10. Rolling Stone
    Jul 20, 2021
    60
    Can evoke an Americana-tinged Warren Zevon, gruff but tender, with the best songs featuring Shelby Lynne's empathetic vocals. [Jul/Aug 2021, p.133]
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User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. TheUnsungHero
    Jul 12, 2021
    9
    Jakob Dylan & The Wallflower's best record in a long time! The opener is a masterpiece. There is a song or two that feel like leftovers fromJakob Dylan & The Wallflower's best record in a long time! The opener is a masterpiece. There is a song or two that feel like leftovers from his last solo record ("Wrong End Of The Spear"), but a much more solid album overall than their previous one, "Glad All Over". The sound here is more like the country-rock/Americana sound from "Bringing Down The Horse" in places. "Who's That Man" is a highlight, just a no holds barred rocker with a killer hook. Good to have this band back in the saddle!… Full Review »
  2. DyslexicHeart32
    Oct 23, 2021
    10
    Longtime fan and I think it's their best album. Breach (2000) may be more distinctive, but something about this collection of songs isLongtime fan and I think it's their best album. Breach (2000) may be more distinctive, but something about this collection of songs is addictive. It's a diverse range of styles and encompasses the best aspects of previous records, while eliminating their drawbacks. From the wonderful and plaintive "Maybe Your Heart's Not In It No More" to the high voltage rocker "Who's That Man"; this album caught me by surprise, and it's a record many people are going to love!… Full Review »
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