Freedom
by Amen Dunes
Metascore
87

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
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  1. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Apr 11, 2018
    60
    Freedom is not a “challenging” listen, but choruses or hummable melodies are few; rather, the album progresses at a loping, steady pace, as if somehow delivered by natural rhythm.
  2. The Observer (UK)
    Apr 2, 2018
    60
    McMahon follows up Love with Freedom, tackling troubled masculinity through a series of character studies and a mesmerising, still psych-indebted sound that has fleshed out even further.

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#23 Best Album of 2018
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#95 Most Shared Album of 2018

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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 45
  3. Negative: 1 out of 45
  1. fwtll636
    May 13, 2018
    8
    Amen Dunes has developed a sound on 'Freedom' that is gentle on the ears but heavy on the heart. It tumbles through difficult topics withAmen Dunes has developed a sound on 'Freedom' that is gentle on the ears but heavy on the heart. It tumbles through difficult topics with self-doubt and an unmatched intimacy.… Full Review »
  2. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 20, 2021
    7
    Amen takes an empathetic look at fatherhood ,masculinity and time giving a measured critique on how those experiences shaped him. TheAmen takes an empathetic look at fatherhood ,masculinity and time giving a measured critique on how those experiences shaped him. The humanizing of idols is inadvertently committed on the "Miki Dora " which uses an often romanticized surfer who's toxic masculinity manifested in bigotry and unpleasantness of a bygone era. The most immediate track "calling Paul the suffering " is the most personal looking at his neglect. The emotional centerpiece "believe " is a slow burn that rewards repeat listens. All in all an outstanding sequel to his debut.… Full Review »
  3. HikeIntoTheSun
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Favorite Album of the Year. Please take the journey through the whole album.
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