Notes of Blue
by Son Volt
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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  1. Blurt Magazine
    Feb 27, 2017
    60
    The mix of blues, with their standard, folk and country is a nice addition, but may not be enough to win over folks who aren’t already Son Volt devotees.
  2. AllMusic
    Feb 16, 2017
    60
    Committed fans and casual admirers will find Notes of Blue worth a listen, but ultimately this is the work of an artist who has done better with similar ingredients in the past.

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7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. molecular
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    This album is a welcome return to form even with the overt blues condescension. The first two songs are classic Son Volt and easily theThis album is a welcome return to form even with the overt blues condescension. The first two songs are classic Son Volt and easily the best. Jay Farrar can sing and play the blues though.… Full Review »
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