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Universal acclaim- based on 11 Ratings
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Positive: 10 out of 11
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Mixed: 1 out of 11
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Feb 8, 2013This is an oddity in my collection, having come upon it from exploring some of Fatboy Slims lesser albums and compilations. Most music used to be based on stories and musings, so this is a really interesting and refreshing piece. It might not be the thumpiest bass rattling album to pick, but it is an easy to listen to, very flowing and unique album to have among any collection.
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The hitch in the album is the hit-or-miss probability of the listener connecting with the quizzical story, wrought in obscurity.
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Sadly though, the prevalence of mid-tempo, Des'ree-lite ballads and inconsistent quality make this is an exhausting listen over 90 minutes.
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At times, Here Lies Love wobbles as a concept album, and listeners unfamiliar with Marcos' story may not initially understand the lyrical conceits. But it contains enough solid material to justify repeated listens.