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Innocence Reaches
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

  • Summary: The 14th full-length studio release for the Kevin Barnes-led indie rock band was inspired by music from such artists as Arca, Chairlift, and Jack Ü.
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  • Record Label: Polyvinyl
  • Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, New Wave/Post-Punk Revival, Dance-Rock
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. The A.V. Club
    Aug 12, 2016
    83
    It’s when the consistency falters (as with the record’s end, when the unfocused “Trashed Exes” and “Chap Pilot” close out the album) that Barnes seems to be losing balance. Still, the highs are dizzying.
  2. The Skinny
    Aug 5, 2016
    80
    The results flit capriciously and deliciously through tones and genres, with highlights including the mechanical electro of Let’s Relate, the stuttering du jour production of A Sport and A Pastime, and the glam rock/spaghetti western/prog hybrid (aye, another one…) that is Chaos Arpeggiating.
  3. Magnet
    Aug 11, 2016
    75
    Things start strong, with some of Barnes' tightest tunes in ages. [No. 134, p.58]
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  4. Pitchfork
    Aug 11, 2016
    63
    His albums are very much the work and vision of one man, and so even on a relatively easygoing outing like Innocence Reaches, that insularity can grow stifling. It’s as if since Barnes can’t escape his own head, he won’t allow listeners to, either.
  5. The Observer (UK)
    Aug 15, 2016
    60
    Mostly it feels like he’s lost in the dress-up box, never quite finding a mask to fit his ever-changing face.
  6. Q Magazine
    Aug 5, 2016
    60
    Crazy as ever, then, but still just about in an endearing way. [Sep 2016, p.108]
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  7. NOW Magazine
    Aug 10, 2016
    40
    The amount of fatigue and cynicism baked into 14th album Innocence Reaches is not just a bummer; it's verging on ominous.

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  1. Positive: 2 out of 2
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  3. Negative: 0 out of 2
  1. motherhoeffer
    Sep 26, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best Of Montreal albums, certainly one of the most fun. Trucking Pitchfork gives this a meh review and everyone ignores it.This is one of the best Of Montreal albums, certainly one of the most fun. Trucking Pitchfork gives this a meh review and everyone ignores it. Another reason why the internet has ruined people. They are lazy and just wait for someone else to tell them what they should like. Kevin Barnes and Of Montreal put on one of the best live shows you'll ever see, imagine the Flaming Lips, but with better music, better art work, and more intelligent lyrics.… Expand
  2. Mab_987
    Aug 21, 2016
    9
    After 14 albums over 20 years, it's incredible how well Kevin Barnes & co. continue to blur genres with of Montreal's output. The step intoAfter 14 albums over 20 years, it's incredible how well Kevin Barnes & co. continue to blur genres with of Montreal's output. The step into the pop world makes a lot more sense & goes a lot more smoothly than some might expect, and combined with the invigorating garage & indie rock moments it makes for an excitingly diverse record. The lyrics are also some of Kevin's most engaging & direct, especially as you follow the frustrating situations that happen throughout the record. Hissing Fauna has a special place for me, but I have no problem calling Innocence Reaches one of my favorites.

    (To see my full in-depth thoughts on this album, look up "Spin It! Reviews" on YouTube. Thanks.)    … Expand

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