1. Frogmime

   10

   Passion Pit's best! This album really rocks! This gotta have to be in the best albums of 2012! Alonh with Lana del rey's Born to Die and Kimbra's Vows!… Collapse

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2. SilverMan

   8

   Why critics love Animal Collective so much? WHY? They don't play instruments, they push buttons and activate music effects on the songs. I'm not against it, but is too overrated, it's just a electronic experimental band, JUST, IT. Why am I saying this? Well, that's because Gossamer looks like an Animal Collective's album, but still with the tiny essence from Passion Pit. I really like this band. I do love Manners. But this album just not look like Passion Pit anymore...… Expand

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3. rudster1138

   7

   Don't listen to any review that's too glowing or too harsh on this recording. It is a very good outing by a tortured soul, that at times suffers from over production, and a few songs that wander a little aimlessly. All in all, though, it is a solid CD with several strong tracks that really grow upon repeated listens. This is the type of collection where one or two songs will initially stand out, then eventually they'll get replaced as your faves by others that you thought nothing much about at first. Such is the case with a song like "Love is Greed" or "On My Way". Certainly the album is slightly front-loaded, with many strong and varied tracks during the first half, where the back 4 or 5 start to sound slightly similar: not as much to uniquely define them. The most interest aspect of the CD is the bi-polar nature of the content: sad, dark and introspective lyrics are backed but mostly chipper and playful music and backing Motown-like backing vox. The track "Constant Conversations" is a must-listen, as an almost perfect slice of pop, and is probably the one that stood out the most during my first pass-through of all 12 songs. Essential tracks: "Take A Walk" The big single off the album, a little out of place given the subject matter, but well made. "I'll Be Alright" Starts with a swelling collision of beat and sound effects, then calms down, then swells again. Love it. "Constant Conversations" R & B in nature, the best track, and an instant hit to come "Carried Away" The chorus larger than life sing-a-long ready, probably the most radio-friendly tune. "Love Is Greed" Again, good pop structure with an infectious chorus.… Expand

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4. Gentry

   3

   For me, this album is very bad. I know that's a bit harsh, but hey, I was just way disappointed. I didn't like the the music behind the lyrics. What he had to say was very in the now, and I think the lyrics impressed the most about this album, but that is about it. There were too many times I found myself. skipping to the next song and then to the next song. I gave it 3 tries, but in the end it just didn't work for me.… Expand

   • Helpful? 0 of 2 users said Yes.

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