Fade Away [EP]
by Best Coast
Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
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  1. Drowned In Sound
    Oct 21, 2013
    30
    Fade Away is the sound of a band clinging to the lost potential of their past for buoyancy, trying desperately not to drown in their own aimlessness.

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. WadeVS
    Oct 22, 2013
    9
    Best Coast have never sounded this confident or aggressive. Even when the majority of the lyrics are introspective, the drums are super tightBest Coast have never sounded this confident or aggressive. Even when the majority of the lyrics are introspective, the drums are super tight and guitars growling. Without a doubt some of their best work to date.… Full Review »
  2. Ricko
    Aug 28, 2014
    7
    A nice 7 track EP that very much keeps with the sunshine pop Best Coast provided on their first two albums. Opening tracks "This LonelyA nice 7 track EP that very much keeps with the sunshine pop Best Coast provided on their first two albums. Opening tracks "This Lonely Morning" and "I Wanna Know" are the strongest tracks on show here and would fit in on their excellent debut album. While an enjoyable EP, "Fade Away" raises questions about the bands ability to stay fresh and interesting as they approach album number 3. While great fun, 2 albums and several EP's satisfies even the most avid fans appetite for Best Coast's brand of surf pop. The time is right for them to take a left if they can.… Full Review »
  3. rhp2014
    May 21, 2014
    3
    These guys don't disappoint in making top-of-the-line generic indie drivel. Yawwwwwn. Twee Pop was TWENTY years ago guys. And you're notThese guys don't disappoint in making top-of-the-line generic indie drivel. Yawwwwwn. Twee Pop was TWENTY years ago guys. And you're not doing it any favors because this is just a really bad album. Highly rec you stay away from it at all costs. I'll admit the production is pretty sleek and cool sometimes.… Full Review »
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