Ape In Pink Marble
by Devendra Banhart
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
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  1. The Observer (UK)
    Sep 26, 2016
    60
    It makes for an incoherent, slightly unsatisfactory whole.
  2. The Independent (UK)
    Sep 22, 2016
    60
    Bubbling synths and glistening ripples of acoustic guitar adorn these tales of elite bohemians.

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6.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 17
  3. Negative: 3 out of 17
  1. molecular
    Nov 6, 2016
    8
    Devendra Banhart's best album since "Cripple Crow". Actual hooks and catchy tunes instead of the meandering noodling of the last coupleDevendra Banhart's best album since "Cripple Crow". Actual hooks and catchy tunes instead of the meandering noodling of the last couple albums. He still waves his freak flag high but here he is at his most accessible.… Full Review »
  2. Sardine3
    Jul 6, 2019
    8
    Intriguing , esoteric and uneven.Its as if he has multiple personalities , the problem being that not all of them are capable composers orIntriguing , esoteric and uneven.Its as if he has multiple personalities , the problem being that not all of them are capable composers or performers.
    I loved it ?    … Full Review »
  3. frankrog29
    Sep 24, 2016
    9
    I highly recommend Ape in Pink Marble, whether you are already a fan or you're a newcomer to Devendra Banhart's superb music. I like all ofI highly recommend Ape in Pink Marble, whether you are already a fan or you're a newcomer to Devendra Banhart's superb music. I like all of his albums, but this one is superior because it has a very catchy, appealing, almost irresistible positive energy to it. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Banhart's music, this album is a good entry point into his oeuvre - it's probably his most accessible album to date. It is cohesive throughout and the production is top-notch. Ape in Pink Marble is one of Mr. Banhart's best albums and, in my opinion, one of the best albums of the year so far.… Full Review »
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