Freedom
by Amen Dunes
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 45
  3. Negative: 1 out of 45
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  1. fwtll636
    May 13, 2018
    8
    Amen Dunes has developed a sound on 'Freedom' that is gentle on the ears but heavy on the heart. It tumbles through difficult topics with self-doubt and an unmatched intimacy.
  2. montag30
    Apr 25, 2018
    9
    My favorite album of the year so far. Full of great grooves and a lot of feeling. I can already tell this album will stay with me for years.
  3. buzzlight
    Nov 7, 2018
    9
    There is a complexity to the songs on this album that demands repeat listens. The pulse, unusual, but affecting vocals and contrasting melodies work together for a vibrant mix. It gets lumped in with psychedelic rock, but I don't think this music is so easily classified. Definitely near the top of my list this year.
  4. Ricko
    Oct 24, 2018
    7
    "Freedom" is a decent listen with plenty to appreciate in terms of how it is structured and generally composed. It lacks truly memorable moments but equally has no real bad tracks either. It's kind of like a quirky David Gray
  5. lulabymusic
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    ____11 rhythmic compositions in the style of psychedelic indie-rock, as like sunbeams, glare and shimmer with different colors and moods. The album carries some special feeling of peace and tranquility, carries it into a world where reality and fantasies blend into one. Damon's emotional vibrato tells us stories about childhood, about family, about real characters and fictional, while____11 rhythmic compositions in the style of psychedelic indie-rock, as like sunbeams, glare and shimmer with different colors and moods. The album carries some special feeling of peace and tranquility, carries it into a world where reality and fantasies blend into one. Damon's emotional vibrato tells us stories about childhood, about family, about real characters and fictional, while making this album deeply personal, but absolutely understandable to everyone.
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    ____ Sincere, emotional and clear.
    "Freedom" is an album that was let through by oneself, in order to give to others.
    It is recommended from the heart.
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  6. Mordreadmay
    Apr 1, 2018
    9
    My favorite album of the year so far. I can feel the vulnerability in his trembling voice. Such an easy listening with beautiful melodies and, at the same time, very deep lyrics.
  7. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 20, 2021
    7
    Amen takes an empathetic look at fatherhood ,masculinity and time giving a measured critique on how those experiences shaped him. The humanizing of idols is inadvertently committed on the "Miki Dora " which uses an often romanticized surfer who's toxic masculinity manifested in bigotry and unpleasantness of a bygone era. The most immediate track "calling Paul the suffering " is the mostAmen takes an empathetic look at fatherhood ,masculinity and time giving a measured critique on how those experiences shaped him. The humanizing of idols is inadvertently committed on the "Miki Dora " which uses an often romanticized surfer who's toxic masculinity manifested in bigotry and unpleasantness of a bygone era. The most immediate track "calling Paul the suffering " is the most personal looking at his neglect. The emotional centerpiece "believe " is a slow burn that rewards repeat listens. All in all an outstanding sequel to his debut.… Expand
  8. HikeIntoTheSun
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Favorite Album of the Year. Please take the journey through the whole album.

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#23 Best Album of 2018
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Metascore
87

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Austin Chronicle
    Oct 5, 2018
    89
    Boldest album to date, Freedom highlights "Miki Dora" and "Skipping School" grapple with masculinity and its illusions. "Satudarah" offers stoned-eye hallucinogens.
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  2. The Line of Best Fit
    Apr 20, 2018
    90
    On the whole, Freedom represents a watershed moment for Damon McMahon.
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  3. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Apr 11, 2018
    60
    Freedom is not a “challenging” listen, but choruses or hummable melodies are few; rather, the album progresses at a loping, steady pace, as if somehow delivered by natural rhythm.
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