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Music Tapes for Clouds & Tornadoes
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Julian Koster used a variety of antique and unusual recorders to achieve his unique sounds.
| LABEL: | Merge |
| RELEASE DATE: | 19 August 2008 |
| DISCS: | 1 disc |
| GENRE(S): | Rock, Indie |
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The average user rating for this album is 6.1 (out of 10) based on 13 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Devin W. gave it a3:
Trading in cutesy gimmicks - Unconventional instruments! Strange recording practices! - rather than song craft or any real ability, For Clouds and Tornadoes loses itself in its elaborate conception. Strip away that gimmickry, and you get a weak voice singing songs that are often extremely grating. Gigantic metronomes and old wax cylinders do not a good album - or even a half-way competent album - make.
Danny N. gave it a9:
This is a great album.
Kevin gave it a5:
While "Music Tapes for Clouds & Tornadoes" is a charming, unique musical romp, I can't see what the critics found so appealing. Some of the songs are brilliant, but the album lacks variety and thus falls short.
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