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The Stage, A Book And The Silver Screen

Duke Special

The Stage, A Book And The Silver Screen

Ambitious 3-CD set based on a play, novel and silent movie from the Irish singer-songwriter and pianist

ADM rating[?]

7.1

Label
Reel To Reel
UK Release date
08/03/2010
  1. 8.0 |   State

    Perhaps the most astonishing aspect is that it doesn’t collapse under the weight of its ambition. OK, so he’s helped out by a stellar cast of musicians and songwriters but... [it] confirms the unique talent that is Duke Special
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  2. 8.0 |   musicOMH

    ... fascinating in their own right and stand up handsomely on their own
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  3. 8.0 |   Mojo

    Print edition only

  4. 8.0 |   Uncut

    Print edition only

  5. 7.7 |   Drowned In Sound

    Each of the three records are hugely enjoyable standalone pieces, but as a trio they serve to illustrate his limitless ambition, versatility and deft skill with a melody
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  6. 6.0 |   The List

    This exceptionally clever work (three CDs devoted to a distinct Duke Special project) manages to mix the singer/musician’s own singular talents with the likes of Kurt Weill, Paul Auster, Mark Twain and Bertolt Brecht
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  7. 6.0 |   Q

    Print edition only


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