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Hourglass - Dave Gahan
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64 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critics What's this?

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8.4 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 23 Ratings

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  • Summary: This is the second solo album for the Depeche Mode singer.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. musicOMH.com
    90
    These songs show him in a newly redemptive prime, and will satisfy both short and long term devotees.
  2. Observer Music Monthly
    80
    This kind of electro-glam was acceptable in the Eighties, and Hourglass proves that it still is.
  3. Mojo
    60
    Hourglass plays the "I, an artist" card with equal earnestness, a collection of electronic songs that mix dungeon-master sexual predation with angst-ridden introspection. [Nov 2007, p.104]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. carolg
    10
    the worst thing an artist can do is listen to the critics opinions. for if they had the talent they wouldn't be making a living off judging others. i praise Dave for a job well done, you have the voice and talent, and a handsome performer! Keep up the good work, I also hope Depeche Mode will get together for another tour sometime.… Expand
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  2. ChantalM.
    10
    Great album Dave!! You have always had a great voice. I am from South Africa and will always listen to you and Depeche Mode!
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  3. MarioO.
    5
    I expected much more from his second album.
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