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22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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There used to be a theory that Ryan Adams was too prolific, and lacked any quality control filter. However with the exception of III/IV and `rock n roll' I have always found plenty to like on all his albums. With a bit of a lay off from new music output over the last couple of years, Ryan has come back with what I think is his best album since the `love is hell' period.
On first hearing I thought it was a solid 4 star record - with no obviously great songs - but no weak ones either (bit of a first for Ryan!). Having now listened repeatedly, the album has grown on me considerably, revealing some great new textures to the arrangements (especially the organ), and he is in consistently good voice. This turns out to be a much more mature and refined album than I initially gave it credit for, revealing a subtlety that is only revealed when you listen carefully. Absolutely recommended.
On first hearing I thought it was a solid 4 star record - with no obviously great songs - but no weak ones either (bit of a first for Ryan!). Having now listened repeatedly, the album has grown on me considerably, revealing some great new textures to the arrangements (especially the organ), and he is in consistently good voice. This turns out to be a much more mature and refined album than I initially gave it credit for, revealing a subtlety that is only revealed when you listen carefully. Absolutely recommended.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I don't what demons has possessed Ryan as his albums since "Heartbreaker" and "Gold" certainly have'nt been up to the standards you would expect from a super song writer. I reluctantly purchased "Ashes and Fire" and was very pleasantly surprized. This album is beautifully produced by Glyn Johns famous for his work with the Stones and Dylan and it has certainly brought out the best in Ryan.The songs are of a very similar type all through, ballads and love songs, but because they are so well written it works beautifully. His voice comes from his gut through his heart to capture the honesty of the words that he sings as if he has lived every moment. I really loved this and hopefully he is now back on track and I can't wait to hear more, like the beautifully titled last track "I love you but I don't know what to say" get it and I don't think you'll be disappointed.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Ryan Adams makes too much albums, I can't keep up. And they're not all very good. Well: 'Heartbreaker', 'Gold' and 'Love is Hell' are (and maybe one or two more). But when someone has a high productivity of mediocre albums then I kinda stop following that artist.
But then I heard 'Lucky Now' and thought: wow, that's a beautiful song, that's 'classic' Ryan Adams. So I listened to the album 'Ashes & Fire' and instantly fell in love. It's relatively quiet peaceful album but there's a lot going on in the songs. It has a constant feel: a constant flow of very tasteful and beautiful songs. And when it's over you want to play it again. So I bought it and am very pleased with my purchase since.
But then I heard 'Lucky Now' and thought: wow, that's a beautiful song, that's 'classic' Ryan Adams. So I listened to the album 'Ashes & Fire' and instantly fell in love. It's relatively quiet peaceful album but there's a lot going on in the songs. It has a constant feel: a constant flow of very tasteful and beautiful songs. And when it's over you want to play it again. So I bought it and am very pleased with my purchase since.
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Mix bag of an album, but mainly very good!
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Published 1 month ago by SID .V.
A fine return to form
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Published 2 months ago by Jumping Jesus
What can be said, apart from terrific...
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Published 4 months ago by C. Ellis
Good album but by ryans standards so so
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Published 4 months ago by Mike Hunt
Good as Gold.....
'Nuff said, really. That was one of the all time classics of alt-country, and this is likewise. It's written in a different vein..... quieter, more reflective..... Read more
Published 5 months ago by NAH1
He's back!
Ryan Adams is always worth listening to, it's just that sometimes he's good and other times he's very good. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Bucks
ryan adams back to his best.
Ryan Adams is back and what an album to return with! It is a must for any music lover no matter what genre you usually listen to. Read more
Published 5 months ago by timmytime
'' Do I Wait '' .... i'm sure glad I did ...
Elsewhere on this page ,someone said that he has had enough of Ryan Adams, and that he was 'movin on', I respect the mans choice ,but I sure as hell do not understand it ... Read more
Published 5 months ago by rob slevin
FANTASTIC
Unfortunately the seller, Dodax online failed to deliver my order. They did refund me so no problem. However I will never order from them again. Read more
Published 5 months ago by R. P. Parkhouse
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