• Record Label: Cascine
  • Release Date: May 14, 2013
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. May 15, 2013
    80
    Taking a step away from their homespun beginnings into something more real could have gone all wrong, but Kids in L.A. proves that Kisses have what it takes to bring their songs and sound out of the bedroom and into the real world.
  2. Jun 24, 2013
    64
    Fair play to them for expanding out on Kids in L.A. and finding appropriate inspiration, but I dare say that the emotion that brought the couple together seem to be their deepest well of inspiration.
  3. May 24, 2013
    60
    The strength of this record is that, even without sunshine to bolster it, these songs remain enjoyable and nuanced.
  4. May 13, 2013
    70
    It doesn't try too hard to be cool or rock climb your intellect but makes you smile, dance and sing away to yourself in places you shouldn't.
  5. May 13, 2013
    70
    There are songs here that could quite easily become part of anyone's perfect summer soundtrack, which was likely Kisses' plan all along.
  6. May 17, 2013
    78
    Zinzi Edmundson and Jesse Kivel’s follow-up, Kids in L.A., really jump-starts the DeLorean ride.
  7. May 13, 2013
    60
    Kids In LA lays its cards on the table and, whilst at times too polished for its own good, it boasts enough songs to justify a few spins at least.
  8. May 23, 2013
    60
    While it's admirable that Kisses turned their puppy dog-eyes outward, their attempt at social commentary ultimately feels half-hearted.
  9. Under The Radar
    May 13, 2013
    70
    Kids In LA sound less sugary than their debut, and this extra air of seriousness really works in their favor. [Mar-Apr 2013, p.93]

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