The Ruffian's Misfortune
by Ray Wylie Hubbard
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. Paste Magazine
    Apr 8, 2015
    90
    Whatever is dealt him, he scrapes the roots, boils the marrow and gives up songs that rabbit punch with delicious truth.
  2. Blurt Magazine
    Jul 15, 2015
    80
    It’s a fierce, fun and unforgettable album that would be an achievement for a singer/songwriter of any age, but particularly for one on the far side of 60.
  3. Dusted Magazine
    Apr 14, 2015
    80
    An album that can be assertive as it is reflective, and as troubled as it is engaged.
  5. AllMusic
    Apr 13, 2015
    80
    The Ruffian's Misfortune shows the man is doing some of the very best work of his career 40 years on, and anyone who cares about American roots music in any form would do themselves a favor by adding this set to their collection.
  6. American Songwriter
    Apr 8, 2015
    80
    Hubbard has always been a lyricist of gritty honesty. Here though, with help from an infusion of blues, his music is equally as taut, dynamic and compelling.
  7. PopMatters
    Apr 8, 2015
    60
    There’s nothing bad about the aforementioned tracks. They just lack the edge that makes Hubbard’s music dangerous.
  8. Austin Chronicle
    Apr 8, 2015
    50
    A mixed bag for the devoted.

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