God's problem Child
| Willie Nelson
God's problem Child
God's Problem Child, released on April 28, 2017, is the sixty-sixth studio album by singer-songwriter Willie Nelson. The album features new songs co-written by Nelson and producer Buddy Cannon. Using their frequent method, Cannon and Nelson wrote the songs exchanging the lyrics in text messages, while Nelson later recorded his vocals in the studio. -Wikipedia
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Pitchfork
Written partly over text messages with his co-writer Buddy Cannon, Willie Nelson’s latest album finds the cosmic joker contemplating mortality with endearing humor and touching honesty.
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Rolling Stone
a tightly-woven, poignant collection of ruminations on aging and fading faculties that amounts to Nelson’s most moving album in decades
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NPR
Nelson reflects on this season of his life with a mischievousness and equanimity that already feels familiar coming from him
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Spill Magazine
Nonetheless, God’s Problem Child deserves at least one play through for any music lover. It will satisfy Willie’s fans, it’ll win him some new ones, and those who don’t appreciate Willie will at least get some insight into a legend of music history.
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Country Exclusive
It’s a nice, pleasant listen
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Sounds Like Nashville
His genius on this album is as telling as it ever has been, I’m glad to report!
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Hallels
there is a soothing vibe of measured humility, wisdom, and reflection on this record
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Pop Matters
Whether through his raspy, slightly-behind-the-beat cadence, the ancient twang of his battle-scarred guitar sidekick Trigger or reverence for the genre that he arguably helped shepherd through the latter half of the 20th century and into the new millennium, Nelson is the consummate country artist.
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Uncut
God’s Problem Child continues that tradition—approaching life and love from angles that can only result from a career spent studying both with a restless sense of wonder.
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All Music
there isn't a hint of fussiness and the songs and the performances are so understated, they only seem richer with repeated spins
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Americana Music Show
the rest of the record is excellent too
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Strictly Country
Return to real country music that has heart, soul and more passion and compassion than all the other albums combined. It’s time to get lost in the music and this is the album to do it with!
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Off Beat
Like any great album, it works as a complete statement about where the artist is in his life. God’s Problem Child assembles songs about life, love, mortality and carrying on amidst adversity.
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Record Collector Magazine
As ever, it’s all played with impeccably economical style, tight-as-a-drum country shuffles with occasional jazz excursions; the work of a bona fide legend who’s never sounded more alive.
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Saving Country Music
God’s Problem Child finds Willie Nelson pondering on those final stages of life like never before, and finding the peace within himself to convey to others the virtues of this time through the gift of songwriting.
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Fox News
This is a warm, mellow work, with few surprises but many moments to savor. It's taken decades for Nelson to sound this comfortable and relaxed.
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Blurt Online
From start to finish, God’s Problem Child is a quintessential Willie Nelson record and there are few things in the world better than that.
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Glide Magazine
In truth, God’ s Problem Child could be seen as a reflection on a life well spent (“You had your run and it’s been a good one” he sings on the otherwise weary “Old Timer”), but with plenty of frayed edges to ruminate on as well.
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Wide Open COuntry
od's Problem Child is a peek into the next chapter in the book of Willie, a promise that he's not even close to being done and another helpful guide on how to live. It's been a wild ride and it sure as hell ain't over yet. Thank God.
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My Kind of Country
Willie is in surprisingly strong voice given his age and hectic schedule. Combined with the excellent songs included, this is a really good album by a living legend who is still at (or at least not far off) the height of his powers.
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Freedom Leaf
Willie Nelson may be facing in the autumn of his years, but he’s certainly not going gently.
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Exclaim!
Nelson faces his realities head on here, with grit and a grin
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Erie Reader
Willie Nelson continues to make great music
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Rock the Body Electric
The end result is an easy going album that is the best the red headed stranger has produced in years.
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Headliner Magazine
Upon first listen, what struck me about this record was the emotional rollercoaster it took me on, leaving me wanting to cry, laugh, and cry all over again.
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Old Rookie
God’s Problem Child may go back in time style-wise, but it is as modern a country record as you will find.
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Timotheories
it’s still clear as day that Nelson can drum up new material with the best of them, creating music that sits with you and leaves a mark. The kind of work worthy of an outlaw.
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AV News
should serve as a perfectly pleasant backdrop for whatever activities keep you calm and relaxed
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Kurrent Music
Willie Nelson's music is not pure country. It is more of an American cosmic music. A lot of blues, jazz and swing are to be found here.
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The Music Enthusiast
the most amazing thing about all of that is that he hasn’t lost his touch as a storyteller or performer. The quality of the songs is as great as ever
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Flying Shoes Review
...his music still has soul, and the man himself a great deal of humour too!
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Albie Media
The album is... just exactly what I expected it to be, in a very, very good way.
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Texas Hill Country
‘God’s Problem Child’ Showcases the Wit and Wisdom Willie Nelson’s Fans Know & Love
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The Young Folks
God’s Problem Child is a moving collection with weight, poignancy and significance
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