Broken Brights
by Angus Stone
  • Record Label: Nettwerk
  • Release Date: Jul 17, 2012
Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. The Independent (UK)
    Jul 19, 2012
    80
    Stone delivers what may be his masterpiece in Broken Brights, an album that seamlessly inhabits the resurgent Laurel Canyon sound.
  2. AllMusic
    Jul 19, 2012
    80
    His first official solo outing (he recorded a rollicking 2009 album under the moniker Lady of the Sunshine) finds the Australian singer/songwriter successfully bridging the gap between bearded Laurel Canyon rambler and bearded indie pop urbanite.
  3. Mojo
    Jul 19, 2012
    80
    Broken Brights is like a stroll along the beach at dusk; reflective, intimate, nostalgic and yet full of tomorrow's promise. [Aug 2012, p.92]
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  5. Uncut
    Jul 19, 2012
    70
    One's enjoyment of this record will largely depend on the ability to endure a man doing an uncanny impersonation of a youthful Bob Dylan. [Aug 2012, p.80]
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User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. WeAreTheFilter
    Jul 30, 2012
    7
    In chemistry, you learn that combining two inconspicuous-looking substances can often create a whole new entity, sometimes in the midst of aIn chemistry, you learn that combining two inconspicuous-looking substances can often create a whole new entity, sometimes in the midst of a rather impressive explosion. This same principle can be applied to Australian brother-sister duo Angus & Julia Stone. READ MORE HERE: wearethefilter.blogspot.com.au… Full Review »
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