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May 16, 2011This album has failings and successes; it all adds up to a highly commendable record, there's no doubt in that.
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May 4, 2011As it stands, they've not only crossed over but given themselves the scope to impress even further in future.
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May 4, 2011Magnetic Man accomplishes its goal: make pretty for the spotlight.
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May 4, 2011This a forward-thinking, original British album that has captivated a new generation of music fans, not simply by rehashing the old, but by giving the young something that belongs to them and taunting them to do better.
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May 4, 2011While Magnetic Man demonstrates their work candidly, you haven't heard the works of Skream, Benga, or Artwork until you've seen them live.
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May 4, 2011Tracks such as "Boiling Water" wouldn't sound out of place in a naff holiday resort. There are notable exceptions, though, such as "Fire" feat Ms Dynamite.
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May 4, 2011As a pop album, there's much to love on Magnetic Man and very little filler present, even if some tracks ("Going Nowhere", "Karma Crazy") strike harder than others ("Perfect Stranger", "Ping Pong").
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May 4, 2011It's not spectacular but it is a reliable and solid effort. Whether this is a pivotal moment for the genre remains to be seen.
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May 4, 2011At its best, the album is bracing, capable of winning over the cynics who are not particularly open-minded about crossover dance music.