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4 stars. --Rolling Stones
Throughout, Earle once again reveals his knack for telling details and vibrant wordplay, and he continues to show that acoustic music can be spirited and celebratory as well as introspective and blue [and he] works like a good movie director. No matter the story he's telling, or the musical dialogue he adopts, it's the authority of his distinctive voice as a songwriter and a singer that makes the tale resonate. --Nashville Sound
An utterly distinctive voice that takes what's come before and artfully moves it forward. --L.A. Times
Throughout, Earle once again reveals his knack for telling details and vibrant wordplay, and he continues to show that acoustic music can be spirited and celebratory as well as introspective and blue [and he] works like a good movie director. No matter the story he's telling, or the musical dialogue he adopts, it's the authority of his distinctive voice as a songwriter and a singer that makes the tale resonate. --Nashville Sound
An utterly distinctive voice that takes what's come before and artfully moves it forward. --L.A. Times
Product Description
2009 sophomore album from Justin Townes Earle, son of Americana favorite Steve Earle. Within the first song on Midnight At the Movies, you just know you're hearing something special, that you are party to the unknown and exhilarating paths being explored by an artist on the creative ascendancy. Midnight At The Movies displays an adeptness and musical sophistication of remarkable, organic breadth and is as lyrically sharp as a lover's tongue as she is walking out the door. Midnight at the Movies is held firm by Justin's astonishing vision and conviction, yet roams o'er the vast landscape of American music without so much as a stumble.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By S. Brown
Format:Audio CD
This is a great follow up to The Good Life. I saw JTE at the Birchmere in VA a couple days after this album came out and was able to get it on vinyl. He put on a great show. There were very few people at the show, but then not many people know about him yet. I had a chance to talk to him after the show and he's a very down to earth guy that seems to really enjoy what he's doing. He does sound a lot like his dad and writes a lot like his name sake Townes Van Zant, but he can certainly stand on his own. Even without his famous connections, I'd still be a big fan. To me this is just good music, nothing pretentious at all. In fact JTE reminds me of a modern Hank Williams. I can't wait for the next album and the next live performance.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Music
Justin Townes Earle has, once again, proven he's one of the few with substance. I've only listened to the album a couple of times, but I just saw him last night at The Mercury Lounge (the day the CD came out!), and it's clear that it's going to be hard to pick a favorite off of this album.
I can't recommend this enough if you like traditional country or folk music. Just fantastic.
UPDATE: I've been listening to this album since it came out -- every day, almost all day long. So, I'm giving this 5 out of 5 stars. I love this album. This album has no song you skip over to get to the better one(s). Every track is just great. Hot damn, I can't wait for more from this artist. Jaysus I'm excited about music again!
I can't recommend this enough if you like traditional country or folk music. Just fantastic.
UPDATE: I've been listening to this album since it came out -- every day, almost all day long. So, I'm giving this 5 out of 5 stars. I love this album. This album has no song you skip over to get to the better one(s). Every track is just great. Hot damn, I can't wait for more from this artist. Jaysus I'm excited about music again!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Satchmo
Format:Audio CD
Having loved JTE's first album, "The Good Life," I got this one right away. This is another great album from this up and coming artist. He has a unique voice which walks the tight-rope between country and singer-songwriter. This album probably leans a little more towards the latter, but there are still several tracks that are flat out old-time country honk. The music has a very organic feel to it, which is refreshing. The instrumentation and production is very simplistic and gives the album a timeless quality that makes it sound equally as likely to be from 2009 or 1969. I agree with the previous reviewer - definitely see JTE in concert, he is amazing!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Listen often
Justin Townes Earle is a treasure. His writing, voice and presentation are fresh and speak to the life we all have in common. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Cantoo
5.0 out of 5 stars
It's official -- the kid has surpassed the old man
Botth Steve and his son are wonderful. But these days I'm more excited about a new Justin Townes Earle release than I am about his dad's. And that's saying something. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Richard Boardman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another Gem
Justin has another beauty here. I'm a huge fan since I first heard Harlem River Blues, and I know I'm not buying these projects in the order they were created but it doesn't... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Ted_B
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good but a bit disappointing
I bought this album because I already had another of Earle's albums, Harlem River Blues, and I really liked it. Read more
Published 8 months ago by LSB
5.0 out of 5 stars
Thank you, Justin!!!
After writing a review for Harlem River Blues moments ago, I had to come and write one for Midnight at the Movies as well because it is also well deserving of 5 stars. Read more
Published 13 months ago by K C
5.0 out of 5 stars
I'm glad I bought my ticket for this one
Have to admit this CD blew me away. I bought it after hearing "Harlem River Blues" and wasn't expecting too much, but the heady mix of country stomps, heart breaking ballads and... Read more
Published 13 months ago by red_gamer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A truly excellent record!
This record is a great synthesis of so many things. A little old, a little twang, a little honky tonk, a little folk, a little blues. Read more
Published on February 24, 2011 by Timothy Day
5.0 out of 5 stars
Clear, Honest Anguish
From the title track, Earle establishes a world of malaise and monotony, where people struggle for momentary connections they'll never keep. Read more
Published on February 4, 2011 by Kevin L. Nenstiel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Justin Townes Earle nails it
Never having heard his music didn't know what to expect music wise. The music touches on different styles. He certainly makes the names of Townes And Earle proud. Read more
Published on April 29, 2010 by Arthur P. Bernal
4.0 out of 5 stars
An interesting release from a young talent
Justin Townes Earle is the 28-year old son of Steve Earle, whose Midnight at the Movies is Earle's 3rd release in three years. Read more
Published on March 25, 2010 by A. Boyd
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