Bubblegum - Kevin Devine
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  • Summary: One of two Kickstarter-funded releases [Bulldozer was also released on the same day] for the Brooklyn indie rock singer includes his backing band, The Goddamn Band and was produced by Brand New's Jesse Lacey.
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  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
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  1. It’s easily his most exhilarating and challenging record to date, keeping you on your toes throughout by juxtaposing subdued verses with huge, soaring choruses.
  2. Oct 11, 2013
    80
    Bubblegum comes amid plenty KD material, but with endearing romps like the Nirvana-indebted title track and Criteria-sounding "Somewhere Unoccupied," it might be his best batch yet. [Nov 2013, p.88]
  3. Oct 11, 2013
    80
    Whatever the contributing factors to Bubblegum and 'Bulldozer', it's clear this is Devine brimming with confidence and energy--and to remarkable effect.
  4. Oct 11, 2013
    70
    The main discernible difference immediately noticeable is the increased tempo and prominent, thundering rhythm section alongside racing guitars.