Night Visions
by Imagine Dragons
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 432 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 358 out of 432
  2. Mixed: 47 out of 432
  3. Negative: 27 out of 432
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  1. Knicksfan7
    Aug 6, 2013
    10
    I slept on this album for way too long. My friend suggested i check it out so I went ahead and did so. I loved this album, I literally listened to it 5 times in a row when I first checked it out. To this day it seems to just be getting better and better. While the lyrics aren't the strongest at some points all the songs are still great. Dan Reynolds (lead singer) was quoted saying heI slept on this album for way too long. My friend suggested i check it out so I went ahead and did so. I loved this album, I literally listened to it 5 times in a row when I first checked it out. To this day it seems to just be getting better and better. While the lyrics aren't the strongest at some points all the songs are still great. Dan Reynolds (lead singer) was quoted saying he wanted the listener to feel empowered and good about themselves as they listen to this album and that's exactly how I feel every time I listen. It's truly beautiful. Night Visions was an almost perfect debut album for Imagine Dragons, they certainly have a bright future for sure. 10/10… Expand
  2. Tvpfreek
    May 10, 2013
    10
    Apparently Metacritic only gathered the mostly negative reviews of this album. However, you will not hear anything quite like Imagine Dragons. They manage to blend everything from rock to hip hop to folk to pop with such ease that the listener doesn't have a chance to fully realize how much thought has gone into each and every moment. Night Visions is a well-crafted, challenging andApparently Metacritic only gathered the mostly negative reviews of this album. However, you will not hear anything quite like Imagine Dragons. They manage to blend everything from rock to hip hop to folk to pop with such ease that the listener doesn't have a chance to fully realize how much thought has gone into each and every moment. Night Visions is a well-crafted, challenging and exciting debut album from a band that should be around for quite some time.… Expand
  3. radioheader
    Jun 9, 2013
    10
    Great album. I've read countless positive reviews on it and am curious why metacritic is choosing these mixed reviews to display. For a debut album from such a young band I walked away thoroughly impressed after listening to it and have only grown more fond of it with time.
  4. JacobWaites
    Jun 12, 2013
    10
    Absolutely underrated band. Saw the guys live and was blown away by their musicianship. Night Visions is a strong debut album and I can't wait to hear what these guys put out next.
  5. titansandrome
    Jun 12, 2013
    10
    Finally a band with real instrumentation and talent is able to break into the mainstream. I don't agree with the critics on this at all, though the album doesn't seem to have a lot of reviews period, which is probably what contributes to the "mixed" over all view. As far as I can see, or hear, this band is absolutely groundbreaking and fresh. The album is sonically interesting, the lyricsFinally a band with real instrumentation and talent is able to break into the mainstream. I don't agree with the critics on this at all, though the album doesn't seem to have a lot of reviews period, which is probably what contributes to the "mixed" over all view. As far as I can see, or hear, this band is absolutely groundbreaking and fresh. The album is sonically interesting, the lyrics are captivating and the overall the album flows well. 10 out of 10 for me.… Expand
  6. gabrimoreschi
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    I think this album couldn't be better. Sounds, atmosphere, voices. They're all fantastic. I love this album and I love Imagine Dragons. I can't understand why it has such a low score, they'd deserve more.
  7. Pinglu50
    Mar 19, 2015
    10
    Night Visions is a perfect example of alternative indie album that doesn't have a single song that you could say "uhh, I don't like it". The Deluxe Version of the album is also incredible.
  8. mike4444
    Dec 30, 2013
    10
    This is probably one of the best albums of the year. Radioactive, It's Time, Demons, On Top of the World... It's all so good. Imagine Dragons has a huge expectation to fulfill in my eyes now.
  9. bamazap
    Nov 5, 2013
    10
    Night Visions is the best thing that has happened in Alternative Rock for awhile. Recently, the trend in alternative rock has been to release very formulaic albums, banally keeping the status quo and refusing to risk rocking the boat. Enter Imagine Dragons. The new Las Vegas band, with nothing to lose, puts out Night Visions and reminds us all why we listen to alternative rock. The albumNight Visions is the best thing that has happened in Alternative Rock for awhile. Recently, the trend in alternative rock has been to release very formulaic albums, banally keeping the status quo and refusing to risk rocking the boat. Enter Imagine Dragons. The new Las Vegas band, with nothing to lose, puts out Night Visions and reminds us all why we listen to alternative rock. The album opens with the smash hit "Radioactive," setting the tone for the whole album. Imagine Dragons experiments with a diverse array of styles throughout the album, but the whole retains this volatile and energized feel. "It's Time" is probably the band's best work so far, but the anthemic "Demons," the more honest "Amsterdam," and the ecstatic, almost Jamacian-sounding "Top of the World" all shine in their own way. "Hear Me" is one of the less-recognized gems on the album, full of more emotion than perhaps any other song on the album. The rest of the tracks aren't quite as notable, but none of them feel like filler. The work as a whole is amazing, something that can be said about few albums. If for any reason, a complaint could be made that "rocks" was an unnecessary bonus track. It makes the last track incredibly long when heard individually, and "Nothing Left to Say" finishes the album quite well.… Expand
  10. mchlkirk77
    Nov 27, 2013
    10
    Imagine Dragons have produced a true, raw, brilliant rock cd, and the fact that they are from my city, Las Vegas, makes me appreciate them even more. I have loved the cd for awhile and I just saw them perform live on the American Music Awards, and I have to say, Imagine Dragons are the real deal, and so passiontae about their music and what they do so much respect for this Las VegasImagine Dragons have produced a true, raw, brilliant rock cd, and the fact that they are from my city, Las Vegas, makes me appreciate them even more. I have loved the cd for awhile and I just saw them perform live on the American Music Awards, and I have to say, Imagine Dragons are the real deal, and so passiontae about their music and what they do so much respect for this Las Vegas band!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  11. lawgiver28
    Mar 5, 2014
    10
    This album literally saved my life. I was in the throes of depression and thinking of a second attempt at suicide. Thank god that Nothing Left To Say/Rocks came over my iHeartRadio, sung by a band that I never heard of at the time, Imagine Dragons. After hearing this song and its relatable message at the time, I dug down deep into finding who Imagine Dragons was, and I bought their albumThis album literally saved my life. I was in the throes of depression and thinking of a second attempt at suicide. Thank god that Nothing Left To Say/Rocks came over my iHeartRadio, sung by a band that I never heard of at the time, Imagine Dragons. After hearing this song and its relatable message at the time, I dug down deep into finding who Imagine Dragons was, and I bought their album right off the bat. The music and lyrics in this album are real things, real emotions that I've felt over the years. I'm happy to have discovered this band, and that they put this album out there. The messages in every song are real, and even the sad songs can make you feel happy and so much better. I'm going to my second Imagine Dragons concert for this album next week. The music contained within is timeless.… Expand
  12. 4smodeu2
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    This album is absolutely fantastic. It's this album that got me really into Imagine Dragons, because this is exactly what I like -- alternative pop-rock. It also blends influences from all over the EDM/pop/R&B generes. If you like OneRepublic, Bastille, Simon & Garfunkel, Arcade Fire, The Killers, Coldplay, Mumford & Sons, Neon Trees, WALK THE MOON, Foster the People, or Fun., check outThis album is absolutely fantastic. It's this album that got me really into Imagine Dragons, because this is exactly what I like -- alternative pop-rock. It also blends influences from all over the EDM/pop/R&B generes. If you like OneRepublic, Bastille, Simon & Garfunkel, Arcade Fire, The Killers, Coldplay, Mumford & Sons, Neon Trees, WALK THE MOON, Foster the People, or Fun., check out this group. If you're tired of ridiculously synthesized sounds interspersed with random men yelling about sex, check out this group. If you can... you now what? Just check out this group. Go stream the album.… Expand
  13. N1T3W4TCH3R
    Mar 9, 2015
    10
    The album contains great songs with amazing melodies and great vocals. I won't lie I honestly didn't care about them until I heard their music more and more know I love their music.
  14. UnholyDuq
    Mar 23, 2015
    10
    This album is what keeps me happy during the day and helps me sleep at night. In my opinion this album is a masterpiece. It's a shame Imagine Dragons' recent album Smoke + Mirrors falls incredibly short in my opinion. The Critic reviews does this album no justice as it is such an amazing album.
  15. wheretofindgui
    Jun 23, 2017
    10
    I don't know what is your music kind, but i know YOU'LL LIKE THIS ALBUM. Own style, Imagine Dragons surprised with your first studio album! Deep lyrics, different beats results one of my favorites albums of century!
  16. sherlock765
    Jan 12, 2018
    10
    the best imagine dragons has ever offered. form smash hits like radioactive and demons to more unknown gems like underdog and hear me this album must be listened to from start to finish.
  17. will28
    Jul 15, 2017
    10
    The song 'Radioactive' is what got me to listen to this album and i love every single song on it. Radioactive, Demons, and It's time are my all time favorite songs of Imagine Dragons.
  18. manningn15
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    One of my favorite debut albums by a band. Dan Reynolds voice is stupendous and the bands writing is fantastic. I love the cool cover. I love the songs Bleeding Out, Demons, Radioactive, It's Time, On Top of The World, and Hear Me. The music videos for Radioactive, On Top of The World, and It's Time were all spectacular. They are one of my top 5 favorite bands and one of my musical artistsOne of my favorite debut albums by a band. Dan Reynolds voice is stupendous and the bands writing is fantastic. I love the cool cover. I love the songs Bleeding Out, Demons, Radioactive, It's Time, On Top of The World, and Hear Me. The music videos for Radioactive, On Top of The World, and It's Time were all spectacular. They are one of my top 5 favorite bands and one of my musical artists of all time.… Expand
  19. mariolanes7788
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    What can I say, Demons, Amsterdam, It's Time, and On Top of the World alone can carry this album to a 10/10 but that definitely isn't it. This is classic Imagine Dragons and I only wish they would return to this time as this was definitely there peak, as Evolve and Origins have all disappointed. Smoke + Mirrors is still my favorite album it's only by a hair. To Keep this short I'm gonnaWhat can I say, Demons, Amsterdam, It's Time, and On Top of the World alone can carry this album to a 10/10 but that definitely isn't it. This is classic Imagine Dragons and I only wish they would return to this time as this was definitely there peak, as Evolve and Origins have all disappointed. Smoke + Mirrors is still my favorite album it's only by a hair. To Keep this short I'm gonna just rate each song.

    Radioactive 8.5/10 (People might get mad but I still think Radioactive is overrated)
    Tiptoe 9/10
    It's Time 10/10
    Demons 10/10
    On Top of the World 10/10
    Amsterdam 10/10
    Hear Me 9/10
    Every Night 9/10
    Bleeding Out 8.5/10
    Underdog 9/10
    Nothing Left To Say 10/10
    Rocks 8/10 (Short but pretty sweet)
    Cha-Ching 9.5/10
    Working Man 8/10
    Fallen 9/10
    My Fault 8/10
    Round and Round 10/10
    The River 10/10
    America 10/10
    Selene 10/10
    Complete Score : 185.5/200 (92.7%)
    (I round up btw, also I rated Smoke + Mirrors 93.2 again I think Smoke + Mirrors is just a hair better or .5% better.)    … Expand
  20. PlugInBaby
    Sep 12, 2018
    10
    It's not often I rate a perfect 10 but this album deserves it. The singles are class and even those that aren't singles feel like singles. Only _really_ weak track is the closer which gets a bit long and boring but the album lacks low points other than that.
  21. uddipta15
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing album. From the explosive track Radioactive to the nostalgic and emotional Nothing Left To Say, it's all great.
  22. MateusAdriel
    Jul 14, 2019
    10
    Álbum perfeito sem defeitos Amo e cuido o primeiro álbum dos meus favs
    Sem falar que um puta smash hit
  23. Luisss
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    Un álbum rock alternativo muy bueno y lleno de canciones muy icónicas, me encanta
  24. Froster_XXL
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    NIGHT VISIONS
    Legende: 6 = Best Bewertung / 1 = Tiefst Bewertung
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Radioactive: (6) • Tiptoe: (5) • Its Time: (6) • Demons: (5.5) • On Top of the World: (4.5) • Amsterdam: (5) • Hear me: (-5) • Every Night: (5.5) • Bleeding Out: (4.5) • Underdog: (3) • Nothing left to say: (6) • Rocks: (3.5) •    NIGHT VISIONS
    Legende: 6 = Best Bewertung / 1 = Tiefst Bewertung
    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
    • Radioactive: (6)
    • Tiptoe: (5)
    • Its Time: (6)
    • Demons: (5.5)
    • On Top of the World: (4.5)
    • Amsterdam: (5)
    • Hear me: (-5)
    • Every Night: (5.5)
    • Bleeding Out: (4.5)
    • Underdog: (3)
    • Nothing left to say: (6)
    • Rocks: (3.5)
    • Cha-Ching: (4)
    • Working Man: (3)
    [66.25 Punkte]
    ------------------------------- Deluxe
    • My Fault (4)
    • Round and Round (5)
    • The River (-4)
    • America (5+)
    • Selene (4)
    • Cover Up (4)
    • I dont Mind (2.5)
    [94.75 Punkte]

    Durchschnitt: 4.73*

    Durchschnitt mit Deluxe: 4.51*

    REVIEW
    Ich finde das Album einfach spitze! Jeder Song ist individuell und passt zum Genre.
    Sehr gute Songs: Radioactive, Tiptoe, Its Time, Demons, Amsterdam, Every Night, Nothing left to say, Round and Round und America.
    Gute Songs: On Top of the World, Hear me, Bleeding Out, Cha-Ching, My Fault, The River und Selene.
    Auch die anderen Lieder sind schön und gut geschrieben, jedoch kein Ohrenwurm oder sonderlich einzigartig. Als gesamtes Werk ist dies das Beste Album, das ich je gehört habe. So viele grossartige Songs vom Klang und vom Text her. Das einzige Lied, dass nicht ins Album passen möchte, ist Underdog. I dont Mind hätte im Tausch gegen Fallen, Uptight oder Tokyo besser getan.

    FAZIT
    Das Album lohnt sich für jeden CD-Sammler und Musik Liebhaber. Die Stilrichtung dieses Albes wäre Indie- und Alternativer Rock. Die Deluxe Variante lohnt sich für jeden, der die alten Imagine Dragons Lieder hören möchte. Beide Versionen sind empfehlenswert.

    Bewertung: 5.5 --> aufgerundet auf 6*    … Expand
  25. sebdev
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    One of their best albums. Even in 2020 it does no feel dated.
    The lyrics are deep and the sound combines alternative, indie and pop rock in a great way. Some songs even have electronic elements such as radioactive.
  26. AlwaysShining29
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    (I’d give this album a 9,8/10, but I can’t add that exact rating so I’ve rounded it up to 10/10).

    This album has amazing metaphorical lyrics at the right point, and each song is unpredictable. No bad songs here. I don’t give it the 10/10 because some bridges are too short.
  27. ayush__id
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    one of the finest albums ever. the feels, the vibe. you seriously can't miss out this gem ✨
  28. SelectInsect44
    Oct 5, 2021
    10
    My favorite ID album, with The River being my favorite ID song. It goes from super heavy songs like Amsterdam or Round And Round to really emotional songs such as Nothing Left To Say or My Fault. Really really good, make more albums like this
  29. keroxsan
    Jul 3, 2021
    10
    I honestly have no clue how this album has a bad score?? I think this album is amazing! It has some of my all times favorite songs, such as demons, radioactive, and on top of the world. This also has some of their most underrated (in my opinion) songs too. Like round and round, underdog, Amsterdam and hear me. Its a great album to put you in a good mood and get hyped up to also! Overall II honestly have no clue how this album has a bad score?? I think this album is amazing! It has some of my all times favorite songs, such as demons, radioactive, and on top of the world. This also has some of their most underrated (in my opinion) songs too. Like round and round, underdog, Amsterdam and hear me. Its a great album to put you in a good mood and get hyped up to also! Overall I think that this is one of their best (if not their best) albums!… Expand
  30. LuissDt
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    Night Visions leaves us with a crazy vision... and wonderful of course, with iconic songs and great singing voices
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Q Magazine
    Apr 24, 2013
    40
    It takes alt-rock drama and boy-band syrup and bolts on some fun.-size arena-singalong choruses. [May 2013, p.103]
  2. musicOMH.com
    Apr 24, 2013
    40
    Unfortunately Night Visions is so safe and middle of the road that it leaves you with the same hollow feeling that Las Vegas can, without the dizzying high and sensual assault that got you there in the first place.
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  3. Sputnikmusic
    Apr 24, 2013
    50
    There are a lot of cosmetics present to cover up the band’s shortcomings, but not even the most epic posturing and glossy production can hide this record’s blemishes.
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