Mines
by Menomena
  • Record Label: Barsuk
  • Release Date: Jul 27, 2010
Metascore
74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
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  1. Spin
    60
    Previously, that technique fostered playfulness, but Menomena's fourth album mostly just broods.
  2. Mojo
    60
    Mines dips and twists spindly, telescopic guitar lines, taut coils of rhythm and controlled electronic pulses. [Oct. 2010, p. 100]
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  3. The A.V. Club
    58
    In practice, there's nothing particularly challenging about Mines.
  5. Q Magazine
    40
    They seem ground down by arguments. [Oct 2010, p.111]
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  6. Uncut
    40
    It's audacious stuff, but emotionally unengaging, with the lyrics being the weakest link and those songs remaining ultimately elusive. [Sep 2010, p.99]
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User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 1 out of 16
  1. finlaycm
    Oct 11, 2012
    10
    I've just checked my last.fm account that this is my most listened to album, ever, Wow. Not supprised though. I think this is there best,I've just checked my last.fm account that this is my most listened to album, ever, Wow. Not supprised though. I think this is there best, although I'm sure people would disagree. Slow burning, complex conically interesting, yet still melodic. Dense with references and hidden gems if you care to listen. Can only be enjoyed by a full listen.… Full Review »
  2. akronjack
    Sep 8, 2010
    9
    Another solid release from one of my favorite bands (who happen to be exceptionally excellent live). If you haven't heard these guys before,Another solid release from one of my favorite bands (who happen to be exceptionally excellent live). If you haven't heard these guys before, I'd highly suggest their past releases. This is probably the only band of whom I can listen to every album front to back.… Full Review »
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