Dawn FM
by The Weeknd
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jan 7, 2022
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1131 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,029 out of 1131
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 1131
  3. Negative: 59 out of 1131
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  1. marsri
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Dawn FM is hands down of the best pop albums of this generation. The concept, the transitions, the songs....everything was sooo perfect.
  2. seldereyxxx
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    The Weeknd confirmed his hitmaker status. An incredible vibe album. 10/10 Brilliant
  3. giovvn
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    be an xo and you’ll never get disappointed.
    dawn fm is the weeknd’s highest rated album until now! i’m personally addicted and hallucinated by every song. listening to the album in order is a must of course, the transitions are smooth and pleasing to listen, it changes the entire experience, makes you actually feel like listening to the radio. jim carrey’s participation as the broadcaster    be an xo and you’ll never get disappointed.
    dawn fm is the weeknd’s highest rated album until now! i’m personally addicted and hallucinated by every song. listening to the album in order is a must of course, the transitions are smooth and pleasing to listen, it changes the entire experience, makes you actually feel like listening to the radio. jim carrey’s participation as the broadcaster fits perfectly and he did his role flawlessly.

    just relax and enjoy another hour of commercial music on 103.5 dawn fm.    … Expand
  4. TWPVitina
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Listening to this album felt like a fresh start and it’s definitely different to the other albums I have listened to. Overall I think it’s a cultural reset and a masterpiece, the whole album just comes together and the pieces fit perfectly. Best album of 2022.
  5. Ironviking
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This album grows on you. At first I was like ehhh. Within a day I couldn’t get it out of my head. I kept going back and back discovering new sounds and feelings it gave me. The album is a whole vibe. Brilliant
  6. BIMBAWS
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Heavy synths, theme, lyrics and angelic voice of Thr Weeknd blend together perfectly to create a stunning album, Dawn FM truly is.
  7. SheldonTheGecko
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    I’m a pretty avid listener of The Weeknd. His music always feels deeply introspective and vulnerable while being wrapped in dark tunes that I really enjoy. The difference in Dawn FM is that Abel supercharges his lyrical self-reflection in not a dark but a bright and uplifting tone. This album feels like the culmination of every piece of music he’s ever written into something trulyI’m a pretty avid listener of The Weeknd. His music always feels deeply introspective and vulnerable while being wrapped in dark tunes that I really enjoy. The difference in Dawn FM is that Abel supercharges his lyrical self-reflection in not a dark but a bright and uplifting tone. This album feels like the culmination of every piece of music he’s ever written into something truly era-defining. I agree with the critics—this album cements Abel Tesfaye as a musical legend and one of the greatest artists of this generation.… Expand
  8. cinafouladi
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    its not the weeknd , its the decade
    Abel is flexible in creating music whenever he comes i know its going to be unique and decent
    well done abel , and thank you
  9. Karolsb805
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Very good story… every sound is in this album is done on purpose to produce a feeling and you feel that feeling…
  10. Rodeoman
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Super wavey. He’s the god of Synth-Pop / RnB.
    Production is on point. Vocals are clean. One of his best works so far!
  11. denism86
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    "Dawn FM" is one of the best Albums i've heard in the last 20 Years and is Abels Masterpiece out of his last 8 Albums. I love that he worked with OPN , Martin Sandberg, Oscar Holter and Swedish House on this to give it one maintaining sound. It is also the most he has ever experimented with his sound.
    My favorite tracks are: Out of Time, Best Friends, Sacrifice, Take my Breath.
    10 out    "Dawn FM" is one of the best Albums i've heard in the last 20 Years and is Abels Masterpiece out of his last 8 Albums. I love that he worked with OPN , Martin Sandberg, Oscar Holter and Swedish House on this to give it one maintaining sound. It is also the most he has ever experimented with his sound.
    My favorite tracks are: Out of Time, Best Friends, Sacrifice, Take my Breath.

    10 out of 10. XO forever :)    … Expand
  12. LakshKishore
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Amazing! The best Weeknd Album till now. XOTWOD always!!! This is a nightmare for Grammys
  13. Golbez
    Jan 8, 2022
    9
    I do believe he is putting out what the people want and his ability to help us escape is encapsulated on this brilliant capsule that’s only questionable flaw in my opinion is 1-2 songs long but in saying that he made sacrifices here. If you listen very closely there are hidden nods to many artists without saying their name
  14. Noyp
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This felt like an experience, not an album. It wasn’t music, I felt like I was in a musical experience or an escape room idc it felt so powerful. The 70s radio musical concept was brilliant and got me in the vibe with ease. Each song was INCREDIBLE and I had so much fun. Perfect lyrics, perfect production, perfect concept, perfect era, perfect vocals. A full 10/10.… Expand
  15. TONY2407
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This Album has this classic The Weeknd Vibes from his older songs but also new and fresh ones aswell
  16. PedroBLamonte
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    Stellar production, great cohesive album. Tyler song is probably the worst, it was just a bad fit. All the other songs are great.
  17. Kadeo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best compositions any artist has created, simply the most melodic 51 minutes anyone could experience
  18. JanoH
    Jan 7, 2022
    6
    Priemerný album priemerného interpreta. Texty ešte ujdú, ale po hudobnej stránke je to šedý priemer.
  19. A_xo1979
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album is a masterpiece it's like it will get you dancing in your room . The whole story the concept is fantastic . Abel used his creativity very well. It's giving MJ vibes and 80s pop . The beats synths EDM well shaped and polished . All the producers worked great . This is the album of the year
  20. AbelTesfaye
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Excellent work. Abel created an amazing experience for the listener. This is by far some of his best work and I can’t wait to see him grow and flourish in the upcoming years.
  21. xo_starboy
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    An absolute beauty. Abel has experimented with 80s sound in After Hours, and has mastered it in Dawn FM. Album of the year.
  22. Positionsstan
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is one of his best yet, definitely up there with After Hours. It feels like a sequel to the album we once knew and loved. A 80’s disco pop twist with complex vocals and instrumentals. It got me hooked right at the intro, each song had a distinct sound and different meaning. My favorites are Sacrifice, How Do I Make You Love Me, Out Of Time, and Less Than Zero.… Expand
  23. sammie8_0916
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    I can't stop listening to this album since it dropped. So magnetic, futuristic, yet the synths are so nostalgic too. Well done.
  24. andvoya
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    While experimenting with disco yet futuristic sounds on “Dawn FM,” The Weeknd inserts himself into a sonic realm in which the general public has not heard him in before. The Weeknd maintains maintains a consistent sound for this era marked through a similar instrumental style throughout the tracks on this album, implementing a production consistency similar to that within his previousWhile experimenting with disco yet futuristic sounds on “Dawn FM,” The Weeknd inserts himself into a sonic realm in which the general public has not heard him in before. The Weeknd maintains maintains a consistent sound for this era marked through a similar instrumental style throughout the tracks on this album, implementing a production consistency similar to that within his previous “After Hours” album. The Weeknd has delivered a flawless project with “Dawn FM,” as the rich production, the effortless transitions between songs, his heavenly vocals, and even his lyrics are top tier. The features do not disappoint as well and effectively compliment each respective track that they are a part of.… Expand
  25. pricedaxe2054
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Perfect, it sounds really amazing, there are a lot of memories in this álbum, the producción and vocals are perfect, the weeknd is doing everythingwell
  26. haojiang1117
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album continued the high Q of the weekend.He used a style of synth pop to make this album,It broke the point of view that synth pop is a low music style.As a tempter,the weekend used his sexy voice to catch my heart my body and my mind.And he invited many famous producer such as Max Martin,Calvin Harris、Swedish House Mafia、OPN.And the weekndUse some styles likeThis album continued the high Q of the weekend.He used a style of synth pop to make this album,It broke the point of view that synth pop is a low music style.As a tempter,the weekend used his sexy voice to catch my heart my body and my mind.And he invited many famous producer such as Max Martin,Calvin Harris、Swedish House Mafia、OPN.And the weekndUse some styles like Synth-pop、Dark-Synth、Disco&House、Future Funk,Which are similar to each other.They made this album perfect.… Expand
  27. luanakps
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    me avisaram que teria muita vibe kissland mas nao vi tanto kissland la nao kskkdkdk mas mt bao abel serviu conceito qualidade vocais tudo valeuuu bjs amor ate a prox
  28. Kasparrr96
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Excellent album, an upgrade from the already impression After Hours. Don't sleep on it.
  29. MariaRendeiro
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum está incrível, totalmente inovador e criativo, para além de lembrar muito os anos 70 80 90 e o grande Michael Jackson.
    Adoro o trabalho do Abel. Álbum Mágico.    … Expand
  30. kdkskzuzh17
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    album perfeito. sem defeitos. ainda é uma experiência nova, mas com toda certeza os fãs amaram,
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88

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
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  1. Resident Advisor
    Jan 24, 2022
    80
    It's invigorating, vulnerable and, at times, uncomfortably raw.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Jan 18, 2022
    80
    Musically, Dawn FM mirrors Tesfaye’s disquiet, its buffed electronic sheen ruptured by moments of discord, as when ballad Starry Eyes teeters on the brink of implosion. It’s a state that Tesfaye seems to relish, with often stunning results.
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  3. HipHopDX
    Jan 14, 2022
    76
    The Canadian megastar avoids the pitfalls of cheap, nostalgia bait by earnestly repurposing and breathing life into deep cuts from a bygone era.
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