How Long Do You Think It's Gonna Last?
by Big Red Machine
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Under The Radar
    Aug 31, 2021
    60
    Aaron Dessner and Justin Vernon’s pet project has become the musical equivalent of Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner. And unfortunately, barring a few standouts, most of the guests add little spice to the proceedings, assuming they are even detectable at all.
  2. The Guardian
    Aug 26, 2021
    60
    The problem is that it occasionally sounds like Dessner and Vernon were simply enjoying themselves too much while assembling their friends’ work. The album lasts over an hour, and somehow feels even longer, perhaps because its tone never changes. There are tracks here that could have used an unsentimental edit.

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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 70 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 70
  3. Negative: 5 out of 70
  1. GKSimon
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This album is a perfect example of what can happen when songwriting and vocal powerhouses get together and lightening strikes. One of theThis album is a perfect example of what can happen when songwriting and vocal powerhouses get together and lightening strikes. One of the better albums of 2021. Aaron sounds great and should sing more often. Justin’s range never ceases to amaze me, and the addition of Taylor and other features brings it to a whole other level. I hope this album gets the recognition it deserves.… Full Review »
  2. colbyD13
    Aug 5, 2022
    10
    LOVE THIS SO MUCH! ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS EVER MADE. IT IS SO GoooooooooooD
  3. Fra101
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    I tapped on your window on your darkest night
    The shape of you was jagged, and weak
    There was nowhere for me to stay, but I stayed anyway    I tapped on your window on your darkest night
    The shape of you was jagged, and weak
    There was nowhere for me to stay, but I stayed anyway
    And if I would've known, how many pieces you had crumbled into
    I might have let them lay    … Full Review »
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