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Though the arrangements stray from Lucinda Williams's motherlode blend of blues, country, and folk, West may well be her best album. It is easily her most musically adventurous, and often her most lyrically inspired. Williams's singing has never sounded better, from the aching tenderness of "Where Is My Love?" to the ravaged catharsis of "Unsuffer Me." New York producer Hal Willner, who has worked with artists such as Marianne Faithful and Lou Reed, enlists the support of eclectic progressives like guitarist Bill Frisell, keyboardist Bob Burger, and violinist Jenny Scheinman, along with harmonies from the Jayhawks' Gary Louris, to weave a subtly rich sonic tapestry. Much of the material was inspired by the death of Williams's beloved mother ("Mama You Sweet," "Fancy Funeral") and the bitter breakup of a relationship (the jagged-edged emasculation of "Come On," the repetitive incantation of "Wrap My Head Around That"), though "Are You Alright?," "Learning How to Live," and "Everything Has Changed" could reflect the aftermath of both. Other highlights include "Rescue," with a languid subtlety and ambient pulse reminiscent of Beth Orton, and the dreamy, wistful title track. Where Williams's music has long cut close to the bone, the best of West slices right through it. --Don McLeese

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From: Amazon Posted: Jun 01, 2008 Type: User Review A Fine Disc

Another great emotional disc from Lucinda. A must have for Lucinda fans but the heartbreak wears a bit thin.
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From: Amazon Posted: May 27, 2008 Type: User Review This is her best since Gravel.

There are a couple of songs that don't work for me (Words, Wrap Your Head Around That), but the rest more than make up for it. I especially enjoy "What If", "Mother You Sweet" and the title tune. "Come On" is also good for a laugh. A great,...
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From: Amazon Posted: May 05, 2008 Type: User Review Lucinda Williams WEST

LOved It lOVed it LOved IT! Do have a soft spot for any thing Lucinda Williams does though!
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From: Amazon Posted: Apr 12, 2008 Type: User Review Horrible

I have listened to this CD many times trying to find the good in it. I am sorry, but this CD is horrible. Lucinda sounds like she smokes 3 packs a day and the whole CD is her whining. I let my friends listen to the CD to see if it was just me that...
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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 30, 2008 Type: User Review Songs of heartbreak and hope

I heard the last two and a half songs on this CD on the radio and knew I had to have it. If your heart has been broken or you have lost someone, Lucinda puts it into words for you. (See "Mama You Sweet," "Leaning How to Live," "Everything Has...
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From: Amazon Posted: Jan 02, 2008 Type: User Review West but not the best!

Lucinda is going West. Good easy going songs. For the fans.
I like this album very much but honestly it is not her best!
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From: Amazon Posted: Dec 09, 2007 Type: User Review absolutely fabulous

I was not disappointed by the latest offering from Lucinda Williams. I recieved this on Friday and by sunday have listened to nothing else. Absolutely brilliant, a must have for anyone, as good as car wheels!
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From: Amazon Posted: Nov 10, 2007 Type: User Review Lucinda versus Steve

Lucinda Williams is the best songwriter alive today, and Steve Earle is second, although it is stupid to compare.
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From: Amazon Posted: Nov 01, 2007 Type: User Review brilliant album

This is such a great record. It's quiet and calm for a lot of the songs but also hits some angsty notes when it needs to. I love it and I've made several people listen to it already. Anyone who thinks it's boring or depressing is maybe a little...
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From: Amazon Posted: Oct 28, 2007 Type: User Review Amazing! A real gem of an album

This is the first album I purchased by Lucinda Williams and I was blown away after the first listen- it is wonderful! The raw, dark, heartfelt lyrics, the musical arrangements and the recording quality all lead me to one conclusion- best album for...
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