The Western Lands

Record Label: Warp
Release Date: Sep 18, 2007

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:

Positive: 10 out of 12
Mixed: 2 out of 12
Negative: 0 out of 12

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Q Magazine

60

The Western Lands is a little like My Bloody Valentine with the sound down low. [Oct 2007, p.109]

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60

Gravenhurst prove that kicking arse is neither beneath nor beyond them. [Oct 2007, p.93]

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Universal acclaim- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:

Positive: 7 out of 8
Mixed: 0 out of 8
Negative: 1 out of 8

DavidR.

Oct 30, 2007

10

An incredible album. Doesn't sacrifice any of the dark charm that previous releases had in abundance. However, Gravenhurst take the An incredible album. Doesn't sacrifice any of the dark charm that previous releases had in abundance. However, Gravenhurst take the plunge and broaden their sonic spectrum in order to avoid even a hint of drag. Every song has something to love but for me, the highlights are 'Hourglass', 'Trust' and the title track.… Full Review »
WillC

Oct 29, 2007

10

Absolutely stunning album. I'd describe them as a mix between Radiohead and Mogwai. The finest band to come from Bristol since Massive Absolutely stunning album. I'd describe them as a mix between Radiohead and Mogwai. The finest band to come from Bristol since Massive Attack and Portishead. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!… Full Review »
AlexisM.

Oct 26, 2007

10

Extremely beautiful and cohesive album. Has to be one of the best this year. I agree with the New York Magazine review: 'Notice it now Extremely beautiful and cohesive album. Has to be one of the best this year. I agree with the New York Magazine review: 'Notice it now or wait until people start hailing it as a lost classic in a decade's time.' It's that good.… Full Review »

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