The Golden Hour
by Firewater
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Uncut
    60
    Predictably, it's all over the map, but The Golden Hour fizzes with invention. [July 2008, p.106]
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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 13 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. JOH00060
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    A journey worth taking Tod A tells stories similar to Leonard Coen. If you liked Cop shoot cop you will love Firewater.
  2. MichaelLevy
    Oct 27, 2012
    9
    Consistently strong collection, without a bad song on it. "This Is My Life" is a standout. It's more in the Gogol Bordello neighborhood thanConsistently strong collection, without a bad song on it. "This Is My Life" is a standout. It's more in the Gogol Bordello neighborhood than the Tom Waits neighborhood (which is where previous Firewater releases were, in my opinion). I imagine if you're not familiar with Tod A's outlook, the lyrical content could get a little wearisome. But as a Cop Shoot Cop fan, I was ready, and really responded to this material.… Full Review »
  3. CharlieQ.
    Jul 17, 2008
    8
    Uniquely fascinating, eminently listenable, entertaining and frequently inspiring. The lead track "Borneo" will stick in your head for weeks.
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