Reviews
3.5 stars out of 5 -- "He cranks out harmonized power pop, sticky Southern rock, a powerful Iraq war lament, and dark yet sprightly country...", 4 stars out of 5 -- "The Muscle Shoals foundation and Isbell's razor-sharp songwriting mark it as an auspicious debut....The album signals Isbell as a profound talent.", "A Satisfying Mix of Guitar-Driven Stompers and Plaintive Laments..." -- Grade: A-, "Tinged with country soul, SIRENS gracefully moves from the snappy power-pop of 'Brand New Kind of Actress' to the plaintive Americana of "In A Razor Town'...", "Flavored more with hooks and power-pop seasonings....'Grown' is all heartland jangle, 'Down In A Hole' is a humid, swamp-rat detour..."