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For Emma, Forever Ago - Bon Iver
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88 out of 100

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9.3 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 176 Ratings

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  • Summary: The debut album from ex-DeYarmond Edison member Justin Vernon.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Mojo
    100
    Isolation doesn't get more splendid than this. [June 2008, p.100]
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  2. Uncut
    100
    For Emma, Forever Ago is such a hermetically sealed, complete and satisfying album, the prospect of a follow-up--of a life for Vernon beyond the wilderness, even - seems merely extraneous.
  3. Hot Press
    60
    This writer is a firm believer that every album you pick up should be a universally accessible experience. Solitude, sanctuary and silence spawn an exorcism of sorts.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 80 out of 84
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 84
  3. Negative: 0 out of 84
  1. JoeH.
    10
    Best album released for years, the lyrical content is something to admire, completely compelled to listen to it at least once a day even though its been out for over a year, thanks Justin.… Expand
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  2. Dave
    10
    The only thing I can add to what everybody else has said about this incredible album is that it breaks your heart.
    • 4 of 5 users said yes
  3. MattH.
    5
    Every song on the album is good, as is the overall mood presented, but it felt like I was listening to one very very long song. Just not enough variety.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes

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