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High Drama
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 28 Ratings

  • Summary: The latest full-length release for pop artist Adam Lambert features covers of songs by such artists as Culture Club, Lana Del Rey, Duran Duran, Billie Eilish, Kings Of Leon, P!nk, Sia, and Bonnie Tyler.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. The Telegraph (UK)
    Feb 24, 2023
    80
    Come for the drama, but stay and swoon for Lambert’s intoxicating, heartfelt closer: Dinah Washington’s Mad About the Boy.
  2. The Line of Best Fit
    Feb 24, 2023
    70
    An experienced musician as Lambert is working with top producers such as Tommy English (Kacey Musgraves, Carly Rae Jepsen), Andrew Wells (Halsey, OneRepublic), and more to create a record that is beyond a covers album: it is an experienced display of composition, and how to reframe music to new audiences.
  3. musicOMH.com
    Feb 24, 2023
    70
    It’s a fun, if inessential, listen and more proof, if it were needed of course, that Lambert is an excellent interpreter of other people’s songs.
  4. Clash Music
    Feb 24, 2023
    70
    Adam Lambert doesn’t do subtle, he is theatrical through and through – and we are here for it. The gravitas towards all things dramatic is ever present throughout his latest offering ‘High Drama’ – an album of bold reimagined tracks personally curated by the singer himself.
  5. AllMusic
    Mar 3, 2023
    70
    More often than not, he delivers on High Drama, particularly on the insistent glitter march of "Holding Out for a Hero" and a smoldering electro makeover of "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me."

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. dianik
    Mar 17, 2023
    10
    I think Adam is the most talented vocalist in music right now. His control, range, tone - they're all off the charts. True High Drama
  2. Lladden
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Adam’s ability to interpret a song is unparalleled! He clearly works on his craft, because his voice has gotten to her, fuller, most exquisite with age. His song writing skills and vision were stellar on his previous cd Velvet, but this album showcases another side to his versatile talent!!… Expand
  4. Coxmjc23
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    Best Album So Far This Year And Adam Lambert Slays It Everytime hunni!!!!!!
  5. Oscar11
    Feb 24, 2023
    10
    I was a skeptic, but this album blew me away, some covers took my breath away in the best sense of the word. Adam once again proved that hisI was a skeptic, but this album blew me away, some covers took my breath away in the best sense of the word. Adam once again proved that his vocals are unmatched and his creativity is amazing! I was specially captivated by the "I'm a Man" time machine.… Expand
  6. Alex555
    Feb 27, 2023
    10
    I love it! Chandelier, West Coast, My Attic, Ordinary World, Getting Older, I Can't Stand the Rain ... Everything! Incredible vocals!
  7. Sizzling
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An eclectic mix of old and new favorites that are masterfully re-interpreted. Adam Lambert is the right artist to do the songs justice by putting his own vocal spin on them. A treat.… Expand
  8. Ginil
    Mar 5, 2023
    0
    This album had zero originality. I'm so disappointed with Adam! He could do better

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