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Currency Of Man

Melody Gardot

Currency Of Man

Album no.4 from the Philly jazz singer, guitarist and pianist

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7.1

Label
Decca
UK Release date
01/06/2015
US Release date
02/06/2015
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  1. 9.0 |   Gig Soup

    An impressive release from the Philadelphia singer-songwriter and one that will sit nicely with lovers of clever, well written music
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  2. 8.0 |   Q

    A bold step, especially as the songs slow-burn rather than star-burst. Print edition only

  3. 8.0 |   Mojo

    Honey-voiced Philadelphian chanteuse goes raw and retro. Print edition only

  4. 7.0 |   All Music

    Currency of Man is a further step away from the lithe, winsome pop-jazz that garnered her notice initially, and it's a welcome one
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  5. 6.0 |   The Guardian

    For the most part, these heavy-lidded protest jams are a sophisticated twist on her continually evolving sound
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  6. 6.0 |   The Arts Desk

    Gardot seems to have the voice to say something worthwhile, but in order to make it work, she needs to put away the toys and sing from the heart
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