Brantley Gilbert looks the part for the poster child of the bro-country movement. His affliction shirt, earrings, tattoos, and gaudy jewelry reek of a guy pushing a hardcore image to unsuspecting fans. While Brantley lives up his reputation in many of his songs, he has often showed a sensitive side that reveals some emotional songwriting. If you bought Just As I Am looking for a hard-rocking jam-fest, you may be disappointed. While this may not be the greatest album I've ever heard, or even among the best of a strong 2014 for album releases, Just As I Am is certainly surprising with it's honesty and emotion.
