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  • Summary: The latest full-length release from singer-songwriter M. Ward features guest appearances from Neko Case, First Aid Kit, Jim James, Gabriel Kahane, Scott McMicken, Kelly Pratt, and Shovels & Rope.
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  • Record Label: Anti-
  • Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Adult Alternative Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Indie Rock, Alternative Singer/Songwriter
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  1. Aug 1, 2023
    80
    As the creator and master of his own distinctive palette, he delivers another nuanced and well-crafted album.
  2. Mojo
    Aug 1, 2023
    80
    Supernatural Thing makes a strong case for keeping that odd flame alive. [Aug 2023, p.82]
  3. Aug 1, 2023
    70
    Supernatural Thing may not be the best album M. Ward has ever created. Still, it’s a highly enjoyable musical journey that, like a novel with unique twists and turns, is greatly aided by its sense of darkness, mystery, and exciting characters.
  4. 70
    Supernatural Thing veers in a decidedly different direction. His cast of characters has a lot to do with that, due to the fact that he frequently cedes them the spotlight, but here again, his mood is clearly brighter all around. And that ensures Supernatural Thing doesn’t remain so ominous after all.
  5. Uncut
    Aug 1, 2023
    60
    Here it's his "Story Of An Artist", delivered with a disarming simplicity. With contributions from regular collaborators Jim James and Neko Case, the other eight songs are striking originals. [Aug 2023, p.38]