'Damn Country Music' by Tim McGraw: EW review

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With more than 40 million albums sold, the country king isn’t giving in to Nashville trends, so on his 14th studio LP, McGraw does what he damn well pleases: The album avoids bro country for slow-rolling soul-searchers and uplifting soft-rockers. While he’s not taking risks—even a duet with daughter Gracie is a lovely echo of his classic songs with wife Faith Hill—these tunes are as comfy as a pair of worn Lucchese boots. B

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