Moondagger
by Deastro
Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. New Musical Express (NME)
    80
    Moondagger is a tune-rich excursion into lo-fi romanticism, with 'Parallelogram’s' multitracked vocals harmonizing over a groundswell of glockenspiels sharing DNA with Animal Collective.
  2. Tiny Mix Tapes
    80
    Far from the naval-gazing, self-conscious banality one might expect from such a young artist, Moondagger is filled with moments of philosophical prowess and intelligence.
  3. Pitchfork
    71
    It's accomplished and impressive always, but sometimes to the point of verging on an overstuffed din.
  5. AllMusic
    70
    Because the album is so continuously lush and candy-coated with a shoegaze gleam, no particular song really sticks out. Instead, hooks surface slowly from the electro-wash, rewarding repeated listens.

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User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. JohnB.
    Aug 16, 2009
    8
    This album really deserves higher than a 65 rating. It may not be everyone's cup of tea but the technical wizardry and songcraft on This album really deserves higher than a 65 rating. It may not be everyone's cup of tea but the technical wizardry and songcraft on display here are simply stunning.… Full Review »
  2. JR
    Aug 15, 2009
    7
    Like many other shimmering electro acts this year but each song has it's own pretty piece to it.
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