brand new eyes - Paramore
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73 out of 100

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7.1 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 144 Ratings

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  • Summary: The follow-up to the band's second album was produced by Rob Cavallo.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Alternative Press
    90
    brand new eyes astonishes from start to finish. [Oct 2009, p.111]
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  2. Spin
    80
    The upgrade is one of focus and intensity.
  3. Drowned In Sound
    80
    This is a realisation, and an affirmation, of Paramore's musical craftmanship and potential longevity.
  4. Mojo
    60
    Quality control dips during the last quarter, but this is a reassuring step forward. [Nov 2009, p.94]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 36
  3. Negative: 6 out of 36
  1. Treima
    10
    Paramore hit the scene five years ago. Two years later, they became the new darlings of punk. This year, they've risen to new heights. Brand New Eyes is exactly what a punk album should be: uncompromising, powerful, soulful, and inspired.… Expand
  2. itz_giological
    8
    Doesn't exactly elevate as brand new (except for a few slower sounds) but like the band's previous efforts, it rocks particularly because of the strength in the vocals of Ms. Williams.… Expand
  3. JoshuaM.
    7
    Pretty good album on Paramore standards. To the die hard fans, they will love it. But to the normal listeners, this will sound like a screaming girl wondering why life sucks. But all and all, it's a good album.… Expand
  4. JhonM.
    0
    This album is so crap.

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