The Ballad of Dood & Juanita
by Sturgill Simpson
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. Rolling Stone
    Aug 20, 2021
    60
    As much as you have to admire Simpson for making such an oddball and ambitious record, the album rarely transcends its tale.

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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
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  1. MusicGuyMack
    Sep 7, 2021
    9
    The masterful blend of bluegrass and traditional country elements on display here rests more comfortably within his wheelhouse than somethingThe masterful blend of bluegrass and traditional country elements on display here rests more comfortably within his wheelhouse than something like the zonked-out boogie rock of "SOUND AND FURY," but Simpson ably proves "comfortable" need not mean "boring" while continuing his genre-bending hot streak, spinning a yarn both sincere and satirical in equal measure with all the style and flair of a seasoned storyteller.… Full Review »
  2. drusslaw
    Aug 24, 2021
    9
    Great songs and an incredible lineup of musicians. Juanita with Willie Nelson is a standout.
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