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For 4,426 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 58% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 37% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.8 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Music review score: 75
Highest review score: 100 Dead Man's Pop [Box Set]
Lowest review score: 10 Wake Up!
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,772 out of 4426
  2. Mixed: 623 out of 4426
  3. Negative: 31 out of 4426
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    BE
    No, it may not necessarily have many outside their core fanbase reaching endlessly for the replay button, but its therapeutic nonetheless as the band delivers what they’ve promised ; a personable, relatable collection of tracks that strip away their blinding shine as idols, replacing it with their warm glow of humanity.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Warzone
    The production is minimal throughout, often foregrounding Ono’s one take vocals against naive sounding guitar and piano backdrops. Side Two showcases Ono’s childlike side and is much more fun.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Zipper Down
    Funky, frenetic and fast, Zipper Down is not for the pretentious listener.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    ilp.
    Taking pleasure in the observations of daily life, ‘ilp’ comes bathed in highly saturated colours and rich textures.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Emotional Mugger
    Despite at times being muddled, Segall is not afraid to stand up and confront the audience, evoking the most visceral of feelings and pushing the boundaries of comfort. Divisive, but all the more brilliant for it.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Last Goodbye
    This is a cinematic body of work that triumphs in its ability to meld a plethora of electronic styles together with the glue-like emotional intent of sentimental reminiscence, and poignantly reminds the listener to hold dear their loved ones.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Not Real
    Not Real proves a fun set--but whilst you can't help but admire Stealing Sheep for evolving their sound, with a few track tweaks it could have been an evolution which went so much further.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    32 Levels
    There’s nothing on this release to suggest that Clams Casino has ascended to the next level. In its own right, it’s further evidence of Clams’ special talents but for those who have followed his career closely, it’s hard not to think about what could have been.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Imagine This Is a High Dimensional Space of All Possibilities
    The album does a good job of rekindling the connection with our younger, hopeful selves.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Outside Society: Looking Back 1975-2007
    There's nothing here for the existing fan base but enough to entice new arrivals and strong enough to furnish a fresh interest from them.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Piramida
    As polished as a beach stone, it's a subtle, startling work.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Yard Work Simulator
    The Yard Work Simulator may not be everybody’s cup of tea to listen through from beginning to end, but as a piece of work it is more unique, exploratory and interesting than many others that will be released this year.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    25 25
    It’s less of a seismic shift from their debut, and more of a progressive tweak towards something much bigger.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Room Inside the World
    Ever the showman, Darcy and company have engineered a refreshing return which though softer around the edges than previous Ought releases, is no less gratifying.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Billboard Heart
    There is plenty to unpack with plenty of anthemic moments but also moments of calm that help the epic tracks to soar even more. Dobson’s vocals and guitar work are both captivating throughout in a record that rarely has a dull moment and is full of spirit and spark from start to finish.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    shame
    Independently released, ‘shame’ is raw and expressive, the result of infinite creative freedom after leaving their label.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Lady Parts
    At 40 minutes long it’s probably just the right length, and both beats and rhymes will have you reaching for the microscope to appreciate the layers and nuances of each, listen on listen.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Father, Son, Holy Ghost
    A quiet, understated triumph.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Nat King Cole & Me
    By its very nature, Nat King Cole And Me isn’t anything groundbreaking; however the project is ultimately a well produced and excellently performed tribute album.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    the rest [EP]
    Everywhere ‘the rest’ feels less collaborative than ‘the record,’ and more about celebrating the three of them as friends.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Think Later
    While her debut could in places feel slight, this new record feels lived-in, and true.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Wrong Crowd
    Unmistakably catchy piano riffs and heart wrenchingly honest lyrics form the basis of the record much like Odell’s debut, however by amplifying the intensity on the new tracks proves that maybe, just maybe, more is more.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tapes
    Congreave, has selected with more ambition than his curatorial Tapes predecessors.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Darkness Rains
    Darkness Rains exemplifies a modern tap on fun house, whilst dabbling in punk-rock alternatives, with the militant beats and chaotic lyrics, making for a spiritually-driven listen.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Stepkids
    The Connecticut trio boasts former Lauren Hill and Alicia Keys touring band members--guaranteeing The Stepkids is as tight as it is lovingly reverential.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Gallipoli
    It’s not a particularly groundbreaking Beirut album, but it is certainly a beautiful Beirut album.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Life by Misadventure
    Rag ‘n’ Bone Man has returned with a fine new album that allows fans to fall in love again.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Wake Up!
    This time, the concept of political awareness reigns supreme, accompanied by some funkadelicious licks from The Roots' guitarist Capt. Kirk.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Estara
    This album was crafted amid relative calm, and this peacefulness is present in every track.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Miss Power
    Lashed with swathes of distant bittersweet nostalgia, the record dabbles with elements of funk, electronic, indie and pop to form beautiful airy vocals and infectious guitar melodies, punctuated by rolling drums, through to delicate folk tracks which demonstrate the breath of Constance’s lyrical prowess.
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