Boy from Michigan
by John Grant
  • Record Label: Partisan
  • Release Date: Jun 25, 2021
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. The Observer (UK)
    Jul 6, 2021
    60
    Boy from Michigan doesn’t quite stick the landing as Grant forgoes his customary high-wire balance of wit and wry emotion for a more direct style. But it’s rich in bittersweet beauty and surreal levity.
  2. DIY Magazine
    Jun 24, 2021
    60
    The material on offer ranges from the piano balladry of ‘The Cruise Room’ to the ‘80s synth pop of ‘Best In Me’ - in other words, every flavour John Grant has to offer. And that’s an exciting prospect on paper, so it’s a shame that the record frequently suffers from songs too long by half.

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. PHILSHARP
    Jun 27, 2021
    10
    Just brilliant album. Only one mistep My Portfolio which really should have been left off the album. Apart from that definitely the rightJust brilliant album. Only one mistep My Portfolio which really should have been left off the album. Apart from that definitely the right combination of soundscapes, melody and often personal lyrics. His voice is also in fine form.… Full Review »
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