Reviews
4 stars out of 5 -- "Full of heavy business: life's meaning, beauty, brutality and brevity....It's his best album since 1990's THE RHYTHM OF THE SAINTS, and it also sums up much of what makes Simon great.", "The album's songwriting and sound are deceptively complex, gradually revealing their intricacy with each listen. It's natural and earthy, with acoustic instrumentation and percussion to the fore.", Ranked #29 in Uncut's '50 Best Albums Of 2011' -- "An impeccably crafted, erudite and rueful collection of songs that tackled spirituality with both sureness and lightness of touch.", "The GRACELAND-ic guitar figures still emphasize rhythm above all....Spirited spirituality is his goal these days.' -- Grade: B+, Ranked #3 in Rolling Stone's '50 Best Albums Of 2011' -- "Simon's best album in more than 20 years..."
