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Harlem River Blues

Justin Townes Earle

Harlem River Blues

Fourth album of americana from Nashville-based singer-songwriter and son of Steve Earle

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8.0

Label
Bloodshot
UK Release date
13/09/2010
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  1. 9.0 |   Independent on Sunday

    With beautifully austere arrangements and playing to boot. Recommended.
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  2. 8.0 |   Mojo

    An album I wanted to play again as soon as it was done. Print edition only

  3. 8.0 |   BBC

    A rounded, accomplished and hugely attractive record
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  4. 8.0 |   PopMatters

    Harlem River Blues is no downer. Like all good blues albums, it uplifts
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  5. 8.0 |   Blurt

    Earle and co-producer Skylar Wilson maintain consistency through clean, dry production that keeps the focus squarely on the tunesmith's plainspoken voice and bullshit-free songwriting
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  6. 8.0 |   Sputnik Music (staff)

    Harlem River Blues is Justin Townes Earle's crowning moment. It's relaxed without being tiresome, vintage without being gimmicky
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  7. 8.0 |   Uncut

    He's only been at it for three years, but Earle's recording career has picked up quite a pace. Print edition only

  8. 8.0 |   The Line Of Best Fit

    With Harlem River Blues, Justin Townes Earle has fully realized the singular promise hinted at with his earlier releases
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  9. 8.0 |   Subba Cultcha

    The songs are easy to digest, endearing, and brilliantly entertaining
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  10. 8.0 |   Q

    Steve's boy finally finds his voice. Print edition only

  11. 8.0 |   Slant Magazine

    Earle sounds more comfortable on Harlem River Blues than he ever has on record. He's never sounded better either
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  12. 8.0 |   The Observer

    There are echoes of Guthrie and Springsteen, but at 28, Earle's clear, considered voice is clearly his own
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