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  • Summary: The third full-length release for British trio Palace was written during the first COVID-19 lockdowns.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Mojo
    Jan 24, 2022
    80
    It feels like Palace's first significant work. [Feb 2021, p.85]
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  2. The Line of Best Fit
    Jan 24, 2022
    80
    With this album, Palace have offered a spiritual voyage through the fluctuations of life, and the uncertainty that holds its hand. If Shoals is anything to go by, Palace will be filling stadiums before too long.
  3. Clash Music
    Jan 24, 2022
    80
    Undoubtedly their best record to date, it finds Palace asserting themselves in ways they’ve always suggested were possible.
  4. DIY Magazine
    Jan 24, 2022
    70
    A more pure and intense sound, less manufactured and acutely heartfelt.
  5. Pitchfork
    Jan 28, 2022
    56
    Leo Abrahams’ stylish production steers the discussion toward his previous work with Brian Eno and Jon Hopkins, even if Shoals just as often makes me think of a weighted blanket or paint roller soaked in aloe vera.

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  2. Mixed: 1 out of 3
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  1. KraToTheZe
    Jan 28, 2022
    9
    A very well executed album filled with emotion. However while it really demonstrates Palace's ability to consistently put out great songs, itA very well executed album filled with emotion. However while it really demonstrates Palace's ability to consistently put out great songs, it feels like they don't have the will to go all the way and be more creative. The album ends up feeling repetitive and lacking energy. I wish they could pull into their great harmony sounds to elevate their music to a higher and more original level.… Expand
  2. Mikecritic
    Feb 9, 2022
    8
    Very chilled, I like. Bit bland at times but easy to listen to. Vegetable lasagne
  4. Menios
    Jan 25, 2022
    6
    a pretty repetitive and boring record, which has some interesting moments for sure