All Delighted People EP - Sufjan Stevens
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63 out of 100

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8.2 out of 10

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  • Summary: Before the October 12th release of Sufjan Steven's full length album The Age of Adz, the artist released this eight-track EP as a digital download.
  • Record Label: Asthmatic Kitty
  • Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Alternative Singer/Songwriter, Chamber Pop
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. Delusions of Adequacy
    90
    All Delighted People is very succinctly, a superb masterwork from a musical genius--with plenty more greatness to come.
  2. Sputnikmusic
    80
    It's a staggering return from his alleged creative crisis, a terrific addition to his discography, and a wonderful addition to an already fantastic 2010.
  3. All Music Guide
    60
    As per usual, the record is immaculately crafted, but a bit "proggy," which could serve to disappoint listeners who have been waiting patiently for the artist to return to the engaging, patchwork pop/rock of 2005's Illinoise. Fans of the quirky, less immediate moments from that album will find a great deal to love on this precursor to October's full length Age of Adz.
  4. New Musical Express (NME)
    30
    The title track is 11 minutes of painfully celestial balladeering self-indulgence, a mess of standard-Sufjan jittering flutes mixed with the most offensive noise from his best-avoided early electronic period.

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  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
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  1. papasmurf
    10
    This is a triumphant return for Sufjan Stevens. At first blush, I was a little uncertain, but multiple listenings yield great rewards. "All Delighted People" (both versions) and "Djohariah" deserve especial praise. Don't know why reviewers choose to ignore this EP/album. An essential addition to the Sufjan canon.… Expand
  2. Rosales
    10
    I think that this release represents a great comeback for the Sufjan. Months after his existential crisis, he proves with this EP that he hasn't lost his touch. A powerful emotional album, with original composure, and a breath of fresh air from the more electronic pop albums being released these days. A GREAT EP all together, from start to finish. The songs differ from style, with such listeners as Mouth of Gabriel, to the final rocking track. I agree with Steiner, all the way. Thanks Sufjan, for a great finish to my summer break. AGE OF ADZ, im ready for you.… Expand
  3. Steiner
    10
    Great "EP" to back from since "The BQE". Sufjan's songs are very new and original sounding that I think any Sufjan fan, such as myself would love. He writes about his sister in the last song and the "homage to the apocalypse" throughout the album. I can't wait to see what he does for the next album.
    The Age Of Adz October 12    … Expand
  4. Zavadovski
    7
    At almost an hour long, it's pushing it to call this release an "EP", The highlight is almost certainly the original version of the title track, which is one of the best things Sufjan has ever released. "From the mouth of Gabriel" is also impressive once you get over the unsubtlety of the electronics, however, the EP suffers greatly from a lack of cohesion and the incredibly unjustified length of the closing track "Djohariah", which, while emotional, loses its effect over the course of its 17 minutes. Overall though, this marks an impressive return for Sufjan Stevens, especially considering how long he's been away. It does a great job of adjusting the listener for the obvious change of style coming with Octobers "Age of Adz"… Expand

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