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78 out of 100

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7.8 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 98 Ratings

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  • Summary: Conor Oberst & co. branch out into country and orchestral pop on their latest 13-track set, which finds them joined by guests Gillian Welch, Janet Weiss, and M. Ward.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 35
  3. Negative: 0 out of 35
  1. Los Angeles Times
    100
    The music doesn't always live up to the demands of the journey, but Oberst's trembling, vulnerable voice carries through to a rewarding conclusion.
  2. Filter
    91
    On Cassadaga, classic sounds are resurrected in a satisfying swirl of country, gospel, cinematic pop, and of course, electro-folk.
  3. Pitchfork
    60
    The political lyrics are the most troublesome.

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  1. Positive: 46 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 61
  3. Negative: 6 out of 61
  1. darrylf
    10
    best album of this year so far
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  2. [Anonymous]
    5
    Oh Bright Eyes I am sad to say this is just a very mediocre album. It lacks all the emotion and standout lyrical moments that made past releases so great. Reminds me a bit of digital ash in terms of the feel of the record, very polished and bland.… Expand
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  3. KeithB
    3
    Completely flat and often boring, this album fails to back up its indulgent, pretentious lyrics with anything musically substantial. Conor Oberst seems to be self-righteously criticizing self-righteousness with the lyrics on this album. Upon first listen, I found myself wincing and scratching my head whenever I wasn't yawning. Such a shame, since his previous albums contained much more meat and ambition.… Expand
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