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Universal acclaim- based on 46 Ratings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 39 out of 46
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Mixed: 5 out of 46
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Negative: 2 out of 46
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BobNMar 2, 2007An incredible voice singing incredible songs.
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PatrickOMar 6, 2007Really sorta bland...
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LeslieS.Aug 18, 2007She is dreadful..saw her w John Prine last night..she screeched and was so horribly ill prepared as to both the one duet with Prine..too stoned to remember the words...real downer..what is he thinking? CD fair with superior production to compensate for a grating, nails on chalkboard voice...ugh.
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JonSFeb 14, 2007
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aprilkFeb 15, 2007A woman with an amazing voice singing great songs. I hope lots of people will hear her.
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randygMar 13, 2007I saw Patty perform the day before the album release in Charleston West Va (Mountain Stage)..Such a dynamic voice and truly an inspirational song writer. A very good CD is Children Running Through. As with ever Patty release you really have to listen to it many times---meanings change as you absorb the lyrics....not too many song writers have this "dilema".....
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PatrickMMar 20, 2007I never heard of her before but after reading some good things I decided to listen to a few of clips of hers on I-tunes. They sounded pretty good, so I took a gamble and purchased her CD. Man, did that bet ever pay off! She is amazing! What a voice! She could sing one, two buckle shoe and she would still mesmerize. I'm hooked, and you will be too. Purchase this CD!
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PamDMar 22, 2007Patty defines passion in the form of musical talent. This album only strengthens that definition.
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MattD.Mar 7, 2007Patty Griffin has written great songs that others covered, but really has never had a clear artistic vision for herself. With Children Running Through, she brings a little from each of her albums into a cohesive whole. And she holds her own with Emmylou Harris on Trapeze. Her other albums were good, but this one should really make her career take off.
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CharlesCMar 7, 2007This is, without a doubt, the best album the Beatles have put out in a long time....
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HarrisS.Dec 13, 2007Best album of 2007 and Patty's best ever! Getting Ready just knocks my socks off.
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FreedyFeb 23, 2007
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BlarkinSFeb 23, 2007
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JolynnBFeb 25, 2007Patty does it again! She is simply the BEST!
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ZoeFeb 27, 2007
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ScotMar 10, 2007First album I've heard from her....and an album I would recommend to anyone. Anyone rating it less than an "8" is eith nuts or an obsessive fan who "knew of her before she became popular". And I think she probably deserves a little more popularity...a great voice.
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DavidCApr 25, 2007Just amazing
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BlairMay 27, 2007Amazing album. Her voice penetrates. Absolutely beautiful!
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jyotirmayaDasJan 25, 2008
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ChuckM.Jan 6, 2008Griffin's best synthesis so far of her varied talents. She still has a masterpiece in her, but this will do until the next one.
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ChrisH.Jan 7, 2008This album means a lot to me - the first ten tracks are a revelation and the rest still ranks among the best songs I heard this year.
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[Anonymous]Dec 4, 2009Big Patty fan, didn't care for this album. Of course, I long for the Living With Ghosts/Flaming Red era. Alas, this album is (agreed) short on melody and more sparse in its lyrics, unlike most Patty Griffin albums which are very relatable.
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MichaelFeb 13, 2007An eclectic mix from one of the best song writers. Her voice is mesmerizing and she brings warmth and meaning to each song. From start to finish, the album works to convey the changing nature we all go through in life.
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CharlFeb 14, 2007The songs on this album are spectacular, sweeping and grand, Patty's stories can by turn entertain, amuse and absolutely break your heart. Combine that with the most beautiful and plaintive voice that finds and releases every subtle nuance in the songs and you have the makings of a masterpiece... Dare I say that this is what this album is? I think so!
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BrandonSFeb 16, 2007While I don't think this is her masterpiece, or her best album, it is nevertheless excellent and a worthy addition to her already stellar catalog. When looking back at this years down the line, I'm sure it'll be viewed as an essential album made by one of our time's finest performers in her prime.
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StevenCFeb 17, 2007
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AdamBFeb 23, 2007Don't question me.
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MarcusJun 18, 2007Am I the only one who finds this album completely melody free?
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ChrisP.Jan 14, 2008Listening to this record reminded me of Neko Case's "Fox Confessor Brings the Flood". I felt both of the albums create a very private atmosphere, but Case for me captures it so gracefully. I still enjoy this album very much. First time listener.
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Awards & Rankings
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Children Running Through is Patty Griffin's masterpiece thus far.
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Her most musically diverse and accessible album yet.
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BillboardOverall, this dynamic collection has something unexpected at every turn. [10 Feb 2007]