Animal Nature
by Escort
  • Record Label: Escort
  • Release Date: Oct 30, 2015
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68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Uncut
    Oct 29, 2015
    80
    Such self-conscious nostalgia is stifling at times, but the best tracks transcend retro pastiche. [Dec 2015, p.71]
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  2. Rolling Stone
    Nov 4, 2015
    70
    The band's touch with songcraft, as opposed to groove science, is less sure. But they do have a way with a cover.
  3. AllMusic
    Nov 2, 2015
    70
    Its base is the four original songs the band self-released on singles during 2013 and 2014, and each one is represented here, with the references to specific disco and post-disco artists and bygone production touches less obvious, a little more concealed than they are on the 2011 album.
  5. Pitchfork
    Nov 13, 2015
    68
    By the end of Animal Nature, Escort proves it’s gotten craftier and has found a bit more clarity, and they hit a nostalgic sweet spot that will never grow old.

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  1. pogopop77
    Nov 18, 2015
    7
    This is a pretty solid album -- as authentic and true to its original influences as you will find. If you already own their first album, thisThis is a pretty solid album -- as authentic and true to its original influences as you will find. If you already own their first album, this is a worthy follow up. If you are looking for something fresh to complement your collection of Chic, Skyy, or Change albums, this will fit the bill. The only downside is that it's not particularly inspired or original. If you are not already deep into the (neo-)disco style, there are better places to start.… Full Review »