Burst Apart
by The Antlers
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
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  1. Uncut
    Jun 17, 2011
    60
    The Antlers, fronted by the sepulcral warble of Peter Silberman, manage to distinguish themselves slightly from these shuffling, mournful legions by bringing to bear a gently epic sensibility that verges on the orchestral. [Jul 2011, p.77]
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  2. The Independent (UK)
    Jun 10, 2011
    60
    With the striking falsetto of Peter Silberman dominating their songs, The Antlers may be America's equivalent of Wild Beasts.
  3. Spin
    May 9, 2011
    60
    The Antlers still summon widescreen, dramatic moments when their moody tangents cohere, but too many songs sacrifice substance for prettiness, gliding by forgettably.
  5. No Ripcord
    May 9, 2011
    60
    Burst Apart is a passable follow-up to an incredible record, but that's all it is. Passable.

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#80 Most Discussed Album of 2011

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User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 73 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 73
  3. Negative: 1 out of 73
  1. flamiejamie
    May 14, 2011
    10
    There is only one reason why I registered at Metacritic - to rate this very album. I have been browsing Metacritic for about four years now,There is only one reason why I registered at Metacritic - to rate this very album. I have been browsing Metacritic for about four years now, and never have I had the urge to write a review more than for this album. It is simply stunning. There is another dramatic storyline, but while I rate this a ten, it is not quite as good as their first, but definitely my album of 2011.… Full Review »
  2. moav
    May 21, 2011
    10
    Once you hear the debut album you know this band is going places, It was only a matter of time until they're about to reach their pick, orOnce you hear the debut album you know this band is going places, It was only a matter of time until they're about to reach their pick, or perhaps one of them. This dream-pop/rock band knows just how to keep you craving for more, if it's album-wize or song-wize. I don't think I've found one average track to diss, only if you like this genre. This album is a must have for a morning commute and deep thought divers.… Full Review »
  3. rred87
    May 13, 2011
    7
    Not as good as their early stuff and potential but I'll take it. I think the danger now might be if they became one of those technicallyNot as good as their early stuff and potential but I'll take it. I think the danger now might be if they became one of those technically proficient bands that forget the heart and soul or the organic elements. Let's hope not.… Full Review »
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