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Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

  • Summary: The debut full-length release for the London-based Welsh electronic producer features a guest appearance from Jenny Hval.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 13
  2. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Mar 22, 2017
    90
    Kelly Lee Owens is the work of an absolute natural; these are layered, atmospheric tracks that blend minimal techno, dream-pop, Krautrock and ambient drone into a dazzling, alchemical whole that defies easy categorization.
  2. May 3, 2017
    85
    As her music shows, Kelly Lee Owens is honest, fluid and meaningful. Her rise to success is owed to her own creative mind and assuring that taking time to create a solid product can be a virtue.
  3. Mar 20, 2017
    80
    It’s credit to her that within the congested realm of electronic music her record stands proudly distinct, as it is both danceable and meditative music with genuine heart. And with that Kelly Lee Owens has made a more than promising debut.
  4. 80
    A work of great craft, multifaceted charm, and, yes, an alluring marriage of the visceral to the gentle, this album feels like the opening chapter of a thrilling career.
  5. Mar 20, 2017
    80
    A debut that is full of depth and one that exposes the scope of electronic music beyond just the club.
  6. Q Magazine
    May 9, 2017
    80
    There are clear parallels with Factory Floor, Mica Levi and early Grimes, but Owens has clearly found her calling. [Jul 2017, p.111]
  7. The Wire
    Jun 2, 2017
    60
    There’s a sense of indecision to the overall sound of the album, which results in a fragmented listening experience. [Apr 2017, p.52]

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. Apr 18, 2017
    9
    Everything on this album is the signature of a intensely focused artist. From the lyrics to the production everything is just dialed inEverything on this album is the signature of a intensely focused artist. From the lyrics to the production everything is just dialed in perfectly. And she can groove. Expand
  2. Apr 14, 2017
    8
    Whatever actual healing powers she may be channeling probably depends upon the patient; nevertheless, Kelly Lee Owens presents an artist withWhatever actual healing powers she may be channeling probably depends upon the patient; nevertheless, Kelly Lee Owens presents an artist with an unusually focused vision of what music is capable of. Expand
  3. Apr 7, 2017
    7
    Good album. She actually has a lovely voice that works for these songs and she always manages to offer something in every track, even if it'sGood album. She actually has a lovely voice that works for these songs and she always manages to offer something in every track, even if it's just a minuscule detail. The breath-y atmospherics can put down some listeners, but those that are used to immersive electronic music will enjoy this with almost certainty. I'd like to hear a bit more variety in her music, just to see what she can really do, but for now this is worth appreciating. Expand