Customer Ratings & Reviews

Ryan Adams has been writing and recording great music for nearly 18 years now when he started with his old band Whiskeytown and went solo in 2000. His albums are consistently good, though not always consistently great. This self-titled album, his first in 3 years, is one of his greats. There is a real reason why the album is self-titled: it exemplifies everything that makes him a singular artist in modern rock and country-rock today: real moodiness, killer hooks, musicianship that is unafraid to let loose and deeply felt lyrics. A lot of his fans will point to Ryan Adams' first 2 albums, "Heartbreaker" and "Gold," and perhaps his 2-CD country-rock classic from 2005 "Cold Roses" as best entry points into his stellar catalog of albums; this album joins that specific pantheon and may actually be the best entry point of them all.

Ryan Adams longevity is typically based on his ability to change and transform his sound while remaining true to his style/ his latest self titled effort is no different. Recalling more Love is Hell then his prior two efforts, this album has some good rockers and some good folky-alt country ballads. Plus, he's got an Emperor patch on his jacket. C'mon and buy it!

This release brings more of Ryan's rocking side. Fans that prefer his more country stuff might be disappointed but if you like "Rock and Roll" and "III and IV" you will like this. I really liked his last release "Ashes and Fire" but enjoy this much more. There isn't a bad track on this. Standouts are "Gimme Something Good", "My Wrecking Ball" and "I Just Might".

Bought this cd after hearing some of his earlier stuff.i own an audio store so sonics are always important to me. This is a very well recorded cd. Most of the songs are really good with only a couple of duds.i have found that this has grown on me with repeated listenings.

I bought this and Adams' "Prisoner" CD together. If "Prisoner" is the break-up album, this is definitely the precursor. Very sad songs about a relationship that's coming to an end. Not sure if I have a favorite song, all are good.

Ryan Adams doesn't disappoint in his return to a rock sound. It has a mid 70's vibe to it a la Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The lyrics, musicianship, songwriting, and production are all top notch on this album. One of the best albums of 2015 in my opinion.

It's hard to find a CD when each song is better than the next. Ryan seems to have gone back to his earlier music style. Best CD he's put out in years! If you like his older solo music and his Whiskeytown music, then you won't be disappointed.

This is easily the best work that Adams has done since the first solo albums. Personal, passionate, committed. His comfort in his new studio is evident in the sonic quality. A definite must have for any Adams fan.

This is prolly one of the best records this year. Ryan pulls out all the stops on this record. If your a fan of his work the this is a must have to any collection. If curious then pick this up and give it a listen.

This guy has over half a dozen albums under his belt and this one kicks butt just like the others. Great up and coming guitarist/ singer/ songwriter

Ryan Adams continues to release outstanding music. I would also recommend Ryan Adams and the Cardinals Cold Roses cd if you enjoy his new self titled release.

RA has finally made another great cd,,,,i was kinda getting worried there for a while. If you are a true RA fan this is a must buy...no brainer..

There's not a bad song on this album. His songwriting and playing are great. There's a reason he was up for a few Grammys this year...

Ryan is back. This album offers a lot of good tunes. A lot of styles. Purchase if you are a fan or interested in getting into his music.

Love Ryan Adams and all his music..best buy at BEST BUY and fo all my electronic shopping at this place...wouldn't go anywhere else...

Ryan Adams has more talent than any artist in the industry. Just when you think he can't get any better, he blows your mind again!

Ryan Adams most recent album is awesome! I think it's his best solo album since Gold. If your a fan of his this is a must own CD.

This is amazing. As good as Heartbreaker CD. Great mix of rockers and ballads. Going to see him in November for first time

Great songwriting (as always), killer guitar tone, spacious production (less is more)... what's not to like?!

This cd is one of his best and he hasn't ever made a bad one. I would highly recommend this cd to anyone.