Rain On The City
by Freedy Johnston
  • Record Label: Bar None
  • Release Date: Jan 12, 2010
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Prefix Magazine
    60
    There’s nothing really wrong with a single one of them. The problem is that fans of Johnston’s music have been here before.

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User Score
7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. BrianG.
    Jan 25, 2010
    9
    Very solid, enjoyable listen.
  2. RickV.
    Jan 18, 2010
    8
    I've missed Freedy's songs during the long hiatus between this CD and 2001's "Right Between the Promises." Anyone who thought I've missed Freedy's songs during the long hiatus between this CD and 2001's "Right Between the Promises." Anyone who thought the delay might mean a shift in style will be disappointed, but they shouldn't be. This one has some tunes that will grab you right away, but most of them need a little time to work their magic. In this respect, the CD is not unlike 1999's "Blue Days Black Nights." Johnston remains a first-rate songwriter and this CD is fine testimony to his enduring strengths. Let's hope the next one comes out in six months.… Full Review »
  3. BrentG.
    Jan 18, 2010
    8
    Freedy is back, sounding very much like Freedy. And we've missed ya.
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