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8.0
94597
8.0 |
The Skinny
The Nashville resident does it all, and without sounding like compilation album-style genre bingo to boot
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8.0
94602
8.0 |
Uncut
Combines the stately emotionalism of '60s torch singers with the all-caps exuberance of a particularly sharp garage-rock band and the eloquent twang of late-period Replacements. Print edition only
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8.0
94709
8.0 |
Exclaim
A skilful debut that explores the softer angles that the Ettes' last effort hinted at
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8.0
96493
8.0 |
PopMatters
Coco Hames’ debut album shouldn’t surprise fans of the Ettes, but there’s a personal touch here that sets it apart from that band
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7.0
94932
7.0 |
The 405
The lyrics are superb and the compositions are clean. There’s no doubt these tracks will play well live and get fans singing along. And in the end, we all are looking for something relatable that feels good
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7.0
94601
7.0 |
American Songwriter
There’s plenty of soul, sass and self-reflection as Hames works through these short, snappy tunes, where it’s impossible not to hear echoes of Dusty Springfield and Bobbie Gentry influences
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6.7
94600
6.7 |
Earbuddy
The Ettes frontwoman Coco Hames breaks out on her own on a multi-faceted solo debut
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6.0
94598
6.0 |
Loud And Quiet
She doesn’t really deliver the emotional gut punch the greatest country singers could conjure. If you’re after some pretty breezy tunes though, Hames can provide that
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6.0
94599
6.0 |
All Music
The almost breathtaking goodness of the best tracks here combined with the songs that don't quite connect leads to a very mixed listening experience
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6.0
94603
6.0 |
Mojo
This solo debut sits her ripe, occasionally darkly brooding voice - Rachel Sweet with a hatchet - against grungy country and knowing '60s vibes. Print edition only
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