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The sophomore album for the Baltimore-based indie-rock duo.
| LABEL: | Carpark |
| RELEASE DATE: | 26 February 2008 |
| DISCS: | 1 disc |
| GENRE(S): | Rock, Indie |
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The average user rating for this album is 8.6 (out of 10) based on 10 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
O. Gawd gave it a7:
If you fancy music with which to down two shots of Jack Daniels, a bottle of red wine, and a Corona, just to set the proper mood, which one saw Victoria Legrand do before performing a set of this music to eat 'Ludes by, then by all means become hopelessly devoted to this album.
Matt M. gave it a10:
Amazing. 'Heart of chambers' is one of the best songs ever. Must have.
Jeremy F. gave it a9:
Beach House's debut was a nice little offering, but it failed to sound utterly complete. And now we have the follow up, Devotion, which does a good job of outdoing their debut in all ways. Lyrically, musically, and even the production is crisper. Whether it's soaring through the brilliant opener "Wedding Bell" or shining in the mist on the delicately beautiful "Turtle Island," Beach House are officially a force to be reckoned with. "Gila" stands out as the best track here, with brilliant "oh oh oh" refrains and hooky guitar lines. "You Came to Me" wallows in a dark cubicle, while "Heart Of Chambers" (one of the other highlights) bursts through with the best vocal line of the record. "All the Years" has a perfect melody and "Astronaut" is an airy, tender lullaby. The only misstep is "Holy Dances," which fails to impress me much, especially when wedged between two fantastic songs. Their version of "Some Things Last a Long Time" is brilliant in its smallness, making a short 6 lines feel so full and complete. And the ending note "Home Again" is a masterwork of a closer, leaving us with a soft bang. Devotion is a brilliant record, and it only makes me await the next advances in this wonderful dream pop duo's career.
Peter L. gave it a10:
Let me clear this up: there WILL be people who hate this album. It's not for everyone- impatient listeners on the first listen might find it boring or think that the songs all blend together. Still, though, I strongly recommend listening to any samples or MP3s you can find and judging for yourself. Even if you don't love it the first time, if the first listen makes you just a little curious, you should pick it up because in time it will be worth your while. These songs, like with their first album, grow on you and slip into your subconscious. An amazingly beautiful album.
Eduardo O. gave it a10:
What is wrong with these people ears? Devotion is undeniable beautiful from beginning to end. I am starting to like it even better than their debut.
Adam B. gave it an8:
I can see why some music critics would be hung up on the fact that the songs on Devotion can be lumped in with the 2006 self titled release. I've found the more you listen to this record the more you realize the growth of both members. Victoria Legrand's vocals appear to have gained range and confidence while Alex Scally's instrumentation adds so many key elements to the heart of the album. Plus, the cover of Daniel Johnston "Some Things Last a Long Time" is incredibly sincere and gives the song a new voice.
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