Bright Like Neon Love
by Cut Copy
  • Record Label: Modular
  • Release Date: May 18, 2004
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Spin
    91
    The live guitars and drums--and vocals more emo than robo--give off an irresistible warmth. [Aug 2004, p.108]
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  2. Drowned In Sound
    90
    Bright Like Neon Love feels like the record The Human League could have made if they’d remade Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours in 1985. It’s like the soundtrack to the best party you’ve never been too, but always wish you had.
  3. Stylus Magazine
    83
    Bright Like Neon Love may be too rock for the dance heads and too dance for the rockists, but for those without ideological hang-ups, it should be merely one of the most fun and exciting releases of the year.
  5. The Guardian
    80
    The results are both familiar and fresh and should delight anyone disappointed by New Order's recent album.
  6. New Musical Express (NME)
    80
    The album Daft Punk should have made. [7 May 2005, p.66]
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  7. Almost Cool
    75
    Sounds sort of like a cross between a more mainstream New Order and Daft Punk.
  8. Alternative Press
    70
    What separates Cut Copy from the retro-electro-pop pack is the mixing prowess of French house maestro Philippe Zdar. [Oct 2004, p.146]
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  9. PopMatters
    70
    In the end it's Whitford's sincerity that saves the album. His refusal to get cutesy means that Bright Like Neon Love avoids being a cloying, "ironic" exercise in postmodern cheese.
  10. Uncut
    70
    [An] effervescent, sun-dappled debut. [Aug 2005, p.103]
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Awards & Rankings

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#59 Best Album of 2004
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#67 Most Shared Album of 2004

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 32 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 32
  3. Negative: 2 out of 32
  1. Kumo
    Feb 22, 2016
    7
    Though there is no definite track that stands out on it's own without the complete set of songs in this album, it's intriguing blend ofThough there is no definite track that stands out on it's own without the complete set of songs in this album, it's intriguing blend of indiectronica & synth-pop is enough to keep you engaged to it's poppy yet cozy sounds. So knock off your shoes, sit back, and unwind to "Bright Like Neon Love"

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  2. Windolicker
    Dec 11, 2013
    10
    I found them on Spotify....I listened to just a few songs of theirs and was unimpressed. However, a couple months later I found a song ofI found them on Spotify....I listened to just a few songs of theirs and was unimpressed. However, a couple months later I found a song of theirs off a soundtrack and was blown away by it. I embarked on a Cut Copy journey and discovered how diverse and capable this group is. Fun, catchy, and even sometimes inspirational tracks that I just love to chill to. I would venture to say that Cut Copy is one of my new favorite groups. Give them a chance, that is all I ask.… Full Review »
  3. Maxx_official
    Jun 20, 2011
    8
    The combination of 80's synth and dance with an obvious pop/rock influence is something fresh and makes for a great listen. It serves as aThe combination of 80's synth and dance with an obvious pop/rock influence is something fresh and makes for a great listen. It serves as a belter for the dance floor but also if you just want to sit back, relax and enjoy.… Full Review »
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