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84

Universal acclaim - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Q Magazine
    Dec 22, 2010
    60
    Co-produced in the US by Grizzly Bear's Chris Taylor, Twin Shadow is assured hipster status in his adopted New York home. [Jan 2011, p.142]

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 39
  2. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Oct 20, 2010
    9
    Out of all the artists currently aping/paying homage to/trying to replicate the sound of the 80's, this guy does it best without soundingOut of all the artists currently aping/paying homage to/trying to replicate the sound of the 80's, this guy does it best without sounding gimmicky. Really not a single bad song on the entire album but "At My Heels" "Slow" and "When We're Dancing" are especially excellent. Definitely one of the top albums of the year and one that you can see having staying power. Full Review »
  2. Dec 8, 2012
    10
    The dreamy grandeur of this album is difficult to pin down as every listen seems to render the album in a different light, but it's appeal isThe dreamy grandeur of this album is difficult to pin down as every listen seems to render the album in a different light, but it's appeal is likely easily found by both fans of nostalgic music and those seeking a collection of songs which could all easily qualify as singles. Full Review »
  3. Jun 11, 2012
    8
    Cracking good record for a debut. As you'll have read - it's got a bit of an 80's vibe going on - lots of synths. Twin Shadow is really goodCracking good record for a debut. As you'll have read - it's got a bit of an 80's vibe going on - lots of synths. Twin Shadow is really good at making his songs atmospheric and giving them a kind of "feel". There is a predominantly dark feel to the record, like some of Depeche Modes better stuff but a bit more indie and a lot more chilled out. Mostly very good songs and really looking forward to hearing his next effort. Full Review »