Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
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  1. Mar 4, 2025
    90
    We hear some new facets of Marshall’s artistry and have a terrific record demonstrating his versatility and vision. Clearly, it’s worthy of the hype.
  2. Mar 5, 2025
    83
    The seven compositions are distinct from the free-jazz eccentricities of Sun Ra Arkestra. Rather, as heard on beautiful tracks like “African Sunset,” Allen plays it restrained and remarkably accessible.
  3. Record Collector
    Mar 24, 2025
    80
    Cosmically cool. [Apr 2025, p.101]
  4. Uncut
    Mar 4, 2025
    80
    A charming, confident voyage through sonic moods he's explored throughout his career. [Apr 2025, p.27]
  5. Mar 4, 2025
    80
    New Dawn is a powerful work from a celebrated artist who has never stopped exploring new territory.
  6. Mar 4, 2025
    80
    New Dawn, despite it being Allen’s official debut, is a wonderful and inspired jazz album that not only fits right in with the Sun Ra legacy but also excellently within the wider palette of jazz itself, ultimately creating a new legacy of its own for this longtime Arkestra leader.

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