Electric Arguments - The Fireman
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74 out of 100

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9.2 out of 10

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  • Summary: Paul McCartney returns to record under the Fireman name with this third album produced with Youth.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 23
  3. Negative: 1 out of 23
  1. All Music Guide
    90
    There are more twists and turns, more textures, than on any other McCartney album in the last 20 years, and if it's a little messy, so be it: it's better to have Paul letting it all hang out instead of hanging back.
  2. Uncut
    80
    Depending on which Paul McCartney you like the most, you may or may not like what he’s done. But the best thing about Electric Arguments is that it sounds like the work of someone who doesn’t give a stuff what people are going to think. About time, too.
  3. Drowned In Sound
    60
    Without the filter and guidance of a strong writing partner, and without a personality able to temper his every whim, much of this album contributes to the argument that Paul’s output urgently calls for restraint.
  4. The Guardian
    20
    Their website trumpets the "pure musical possibilities" of Electric Arguments, but this is heavily laboured hackwork.

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  1. Positive: 15 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. NutS.
    10
    Nice collection of positive and adventurous tracks. Every track is distinct from rock to pure electronica. This album shows just why you need a producer. Best McCartney album ever. Not a single filler or weak track and that's something when it comes from Macca.… Expand
  2. Leon
    10
    Paul is master.
  3. JonW.
    10
    The most entertaining and eclectic collection of songs by Paul in many a year. It's many twists and turns bring a smile to the face and attest to the musical genius of the guy. He can do it all. His instincts on this one are spot on. I can and do listen to EA over and over and find new things to like. And...the guy plays all the instruments. Thanks, Paul.… Expand
  4. RickH.
    8
    Some of Paul's most adventurous, Beatlesque work in years.

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