Simply Grand
by Irma Thomas
  • Record Label: Rounder
  • Release Date: Aug 12, 2008
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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
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  1. Billboard
    80
    The concept behind Simply Grand was to pair Thomas with a different star pianist on each track, and the results are mostly stunning.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    70
    Thomas' versions of these stark, powerful tunes help Simply Grand live up to its title.
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  3. The Guardian
    80
    Concept albums like this can be a mess, but this one justifies its title: it's both simple and grand.
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