Flume
by Flume
Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Consequence
    Feb 22, 2013
    60
    Streton definitely has the production chops to make a solid record. However, if he wants a great record, he needs to edit down that tracklist and sequence it for cohesion.
  2. Drowned In Sound
    Feb 14, 2013
    60
    Flume’s decision to try his hand at everything, whilst demonstrating his evident enthusiasm and frequent successes, comes at the price of the album’s coherency. Nonetheless, there’s a lot of potential here.
  3. Uncut
    Feb 12, 2013
    60
    There's much to admire here, but Flume needs to fix his identity. [Mar 2013, p.72]
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  5. Filter
    Mar 28, 2013
    58
    Although it toes a dangerous line of resounding too imitative of its own influences, the young producer is nonetheless well on his way to fully embracing his identity.

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 68 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 68
  3. Negative: 1 out of 68
  1. Plump
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    Where do you begin with debut album? Amazing production, amazing features. It's an absolute masterpiece, and truly showcases the talent ofWhere do you begin with debut album? Amazing production, amazing features. It's an absolute masterpiece, and truly showcases the talent of Flume and his work. Songs like Insane, Left Alone, and What You Need leave you begging for more, only to be hit by the amazing On Top, Bring You Down, and the amazing Sleepless.… Full Review »
  2. Melomaniac
    Jun 5, 2015
    9
    Both Flume the artist and the album give a damn about conventional structures and rhythms, and that's why this record is so originallyBoth Flume the artist and the album give a damn about conventional structures and rhythms, and that's why this record is so originally fantastic.

    9.3/10    … Full Review »
  3. ccohen13
    Apr 17, 2014
    10
    So not only does Flume put on one of the best live shows I've ever seen, but his Deluxe Edition is easily one of the best EDM/Dance albums ofSo not only does Flume put on one of the best live shows I've ever seen, but his Deluxe Edition is easily one of the best EDM/Dance albums of the past 10 years. To put it simply, his "HyperParadise" and "You and Me" remixes will keep your ears happy for many listens!… Full Review »
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