In the Same Room
by Julia Holter
  • Record Label: Domino
  • Release Date: Mar 31, 2017
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. DIY Magazine
    Mar 31, 2017
    60
    There’s a minimalism in places here that even ardent fans might find a touch disappointing given how predisposed she normally is to extrapolating on her ideas. In fairness, though, the whole point of Documents is to capture the sound of a band, still hot from the road, bringing that energy to the studio. In the Same Room delivers.
  2. Mojo
    Mar 28, 2017
    60
    A perfect starting place for Holter neophytes, In The Same Room doesn't really add much to her extant discography. [Apr 2017, p.96]
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  3. Q Magazine
    Mar 28, 2017
    60
    It rearranges songs from the back catalogue into both psychologically probing dream-pop and freer, almost meteorological expressions. [May 2017, p.104]
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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. McLeftwich
    Apr 14, 2017
    9
    After being introduced to Julia Holter through her 2015 release, I was hooked on her delightfully elegant sound and her dynamic singingAfter being introduced to Julia Holter through her 2015 release, I was hooked on her delightfully elegant sound and her dynamic singing ability that compliments such beautiful instrumentation. This album is a very good listen as Julia is placed in a live setting, having her to rely on the raw performance of her voice and the instruments rather than relying on lavish production in the studio. It is very satisfying to hear her sound stripped down and have her unafraid to take risks as she very easily steps out of her alluring and often spaciness into a monstrous and grand sound. There are moments on this album that don't really contribute anything to the live atmosphere and can be enjoyed to the same extent as heard on the albums which may be a bit underwhelming and doesn't make it a perfect live album. Overall this was an album I enjoyed listening to and had enough to offer to keep me interested throughout as I loved hearing her ability to work and intertwine a often improvised sounding backing band with her angelic voice.… Full Review »
  2. rickterp
    Apr 7, 2017
    10
    A fascinating reworking of 11 songs featured on prior albums. Unlike the studio versions of these songs, the focus is less on Holter'sA fascinating reworking of 11 songs featured on prior albums. Unlike the studio versions of these songs, the focus is less on Holter's individual musical vision and more on the creative breakthroughs that arise from her collaboration with her fellow musicians after touring together.… Full Review »
  3. marrom
    Mar 31, 2017
    10
    An impressive sonic feat, with jazzy, unpredictable instrumentation provided by her band, faultless and exploratory musicianship from HolterAn impressive sonic feat, with jazzy, unpredictable instrumentation provided by her band, faultless and exploratory musicianship from Holter herself, and a spare, welcoming take on tracks taken mostly from Have You in My Wilderness and Loud City Song. Many might prefer these versions to the originals.… Full Review »
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