Akron/Family - Akron/Family
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9.7 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
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  1. Ben
    May 20, 2005
    9
    Easily one of the most endearing and admirable release of the year. Tracks like "Italy" and "Franny/You're Human" make this record extremely addicting and highly impressive. Akron/Family is a band to keep your eye on. They're going to do some great things.
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  2. AdamR
    Jan 29, 2006
    10
    amazingly dynamic and eerie album that, despite it's often upbeat southern feel, can inspire me to dreams of the strangest and deepest things.
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  3. JohnP
    Feb 5, 2006
    10
    Best album of 2005.
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  4. LouiseH
    May 21, 2005
    10
    I loved the cd. It was creative and lively out of the box music. Very refreshing. This band really has something going.
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  5. Kevin
    May 22, 2005
    10
    This is easily the best release of 2005 so far; a vastly underrated "debut." Check out "Running, Returning," and "Lumen," these are the best cuts. But they're all good so I command you to buy this!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critics

Critic score distribution:
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  1. Conjures images of an organic commune in an alternate galaxy. [Jun 2005, p.164]
  2. Despite the boundlessness of their instrumentation, Akron/Family maintain remarkable warmth... playing at restrained volumes that invite close listening.
  3. In a perfect combination of inspired production, innovative instrumentation and transcendent songwriting, Akron/Family is a richly layered and flowing album that is as emotional as it is challenging.