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Have You in My Wilderness
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Universal acclaim- based on 143 Ratings

  • Summary: The fourth full-length release for the Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter was recorded with Cole M. Greif-Neill.
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  • Record Label: Domino
  • Genre(s): Electronic, Ambient, Avant-Garde, Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Indie Electronic, Experimental Electronic
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. The Guardian
    Sep 25, 2015
    100
    The result is a genuinely exceptional and entrancing album, opaque but effective, filled with beautiful, skewed songs, unconventional without ever feeling precious or affected.
  2. Exclaim
    Sep 23, 2015
    90
    Have You In My Wilderness finds Holter narrowing her focus a little. In doing so, she gets the best of both worlds, showing off her ability to write warm and breezy pop music while maintaining the complexity, and perplexity, that made her so intriguing to begin with.
  3. PopMatters
    Feb 22, 2016
    90
    While the majority of the songs on the album are lush ballads, a playfulness shines through here like never before.
  4. Pitchfork
    Sep 18, 2015
    84
    Have You In My Wilderness embraces the specific, rather than the eternal, and in her narrowed focus you can sense a palpable self-confidence and a hard-won precision.
  5. Q Magazine
    Oct 1, 2015
    80
    An album that repeatedly pulls you back in to try and decipher its charms. [Nov 2015, p.111]
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  6. New Musical Express (NME)
    Sep 28, 2015
    80
    An intense, emotional record.
  7. The Independent (UK)
    Sep 18, 2015
    60
    There’s prodigious ambition here, and moments of great pleasure.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. indiegalaxy10
    Sep 25, 2015
    10
    The crystalline sunlight reflected on the sea, and the delicate shore, with an ethereal white dress that rests, on its wilderness. That's whatThe crystalline sunlight reflected on the sea, and the delicate shore, with an ethereal white dress that rests, on its wilderness. That's what this masterpiece reminds me of.… Expand
  2. indiegirly
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    This is by far one of the most gorgeous sounding records I have ever heard in my life. Julia's vocals, the songwriting and the production areThis is by far one of the most gorgeous sounding records I have ever heard in my life. Julia's vocals, the songwriting and the production are all so flawlessly tied together in to a listening experience that makes me feel like I am floating in heaven.… Expand
  4. Custom_Concerns
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    The sheer musical quality - instrumentally, production, compositionally - of the new Julia Holter record is absolutely astounding. Have You inThe sheer musical quality - instrumentally, production, compositionally - of the new Julia Holter record is absolutely astounding. Have You in My Wilderness is a serene masterpiece, with classical, enveloping string arrangements, baroque instrumentation, and Holter's beautiful voice. The detail that goes into these songs - every piano embellishment, key change, and percussion intensification: it all works together to create an ethereal, emotional experience. A top five record of the year for me with potential to rise even further. Do not pass this one up.… Expand
  5. Twizzle
    Sep 25, 2015
    10
    Couldn't believe Guardian etc 10 rating! Now I've listened to whole album half a dozen times I believe! Reminds me of first listening of PF'sCouldn't believe Guardian etc 10 rating! Now I've listened to whole album half a dozen times I believe! Reminds me of first listening of PF's Dark Side of the Moon - nothing since has provided same emotional impact!… Expand
  6. McLeftwich
    Dec 26, 2015
    9
    Stumbling upon this record after looking for something new to listen to, I was left in awe. This album is beautifully put together and JuliaStumbling upon this record after looking for something new to listen to, I was left in awe. This album is beautifully put together and Julia adds such originality to her work, it is a very refreshing feel. This songwriting is emotional and haunting. It is a very soft and calm album, allowing for an enjoyable listen and really creates a feeling like no other. Overall this album has made me want to explore more of Julia Holter's music and see what else she has to offer.… Expand
  7. CamdenRendell
    Jan 29, 2018
    8
    Please listen to this album! It's a great one and you certainly will not regret it.
  8. revillo
    Oct 3, 2015
    5
    My impressions: A lean slab of whitefish with all of the bones carefully removed. Whipped lowfat yogurt served in a floral bowl. Etc. I missMy impressions: A lean slab of whitefish with all of the bones carefully removed. Whipped lowfat yogurt served in a floral bowl. Etc. I miss broadcast.… Expand

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