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The Reckoning

Ethan Johns

The Reckoning

Second album from English producer who has worked with Kings of Leon, Laura Marling and Ryan Adams who returns the compliment here

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6.7

Label
Three Crows
UK Release date
16/06/2014
US Release date
08/07/2014
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  1. 8.0 |   The Line Of Best Fit

    Although not a million miles away from what we’ve heard of Johns before, with Adams’ help this release has captured a moment in time between the two artists that speaks volumes
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  2. 8.0 |   Mojo

    The songs effortlessly stand alone filled with bad living and bad decisions. Print edition only

  3. 8.0 |   Uncut

    His beautifully considered songs make for an emotive sat-nav. Print edition only

  4. 6.0 |   The Independent

    It’s a pleasant enough effort, but lacks the distinctive touch that might set it apart in a very crowded field
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  5. 5.0 |   NME

    Although there’s sparkle in the production, Johns reveals himself to be a far from charismatic singer
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