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Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings
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ChuckROct 22, 2003Few faults to find with this. Repeated listening makes it even more endearing, like the greatest Costello records.
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JeannePOct 8, 2003This is a difficult and complex work. It's akin to a ballet or a piece of artwork - at first glance, simple, but the layers of emotion and technical perfection become clearer and clearer.
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AndrewRSep 23, 2003Costello can hardly be accused of conforming to expectations: this subtle and quietly moving album probably represents the closest he has ever come to optimism. It takes a little time for its intricacies to take full effect, but it's definitely an album that rewards a little patience and effort. Quietly moving, in it's own, introspective way...
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samkOct 26, 2003A bit of a shocker. Lyrically and musically unappealing, Costello's voice is rudely exposed on this record.
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dariuswSep 26, 2004My fave EC record of recent years....Sam K is a fool
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Nov 5, 2020Although not for everyone (many folks just don't like jazz) this is a fabulous album in its genre. Never before has he been more direct about love. He is my favourite singer-songwriter and this is the LP I listen to the most. Think of it as a modern day "In The Wee Small Hours." It's that good. The guest musicians are the best in the business and it shows.
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Entertainment WeeklyFeels like a mash note to autumnal Manhattan. [26 Sep 2003, p.93]
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BlenderIt's art music first and pop second. [Oct 2003, p.115]
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North moves with an inevitable constancy, and could have perhaps benefited from one or two more upbeat tracks. But such consistency is certainly a forgivable flaw, especially when it's done as elegantly and earnestly as presented here.