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That Rilo Kiley jump around so much stylistically could slow down More Adventurous' heat-seeker status.
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Lewis' crisp alto shines on every track... Unfortunately, the songs (and especially the lyrics) don't give Lewis the support she deserves.
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UncutThey've managed to retain everything that was oddly beguiling about them in the first place while boosting their mass appeal with a production that is all West Coast sleek and radio-friendly lustrous. [Feb 2005, p.80]
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This is pure pop for grown-ups.
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MojoThere's a wit, charisma and individuality at play that lends teeth to Rilo Kiley's tasteful alt country/indie-rock sound. [Mar 2005, p.104]
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Under The RadarPart commercial breakthrough, part acoustic folk record, part experiment, More Adventurous gives little indication of where Rilo Kiley's sound is headed. [#7]
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Not all the experiments work... However, Rilo Kiley are more inspiring than you'd think.
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Entertainment Weekly[The] polished production... makes 2002's The Execution of All Things sound like an indie-rock field recording. [20/27 Aug 2004, p.124]
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Alternative PressAll the broad-shouldered indie pop and big city folk we've come to expect, but so meticulously refined and consistently pleasing that its crossover ploys seem forgivable. [Sep 2004, p.124]
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Yet another charming balance of winsome melody, subtle studio twinkle, frolicking rock, and tinges of country meshed against traditional song structures.
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Each song on "More Adventurous" sounds rich and well plotted. [16 Aug 2004]
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Soon to be a jukebox staple at every down-at-the-heels dive and java joint in hipster America, More Adventurous has the potential, and the songs, to go a lot further.
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BlenderAmbitiously wide-ranging. [Aug 2004, p.133]
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Engaging yet generally dull.
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Part new-wave keyboards, part folky acoustic guitars, the music on More Adventurous is unexpectedly beautiful.
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Rilo Kiley's most consistent and sharply executed release to date.
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Basic but gorgeously textured pop-rock with a country tinge, Rilo Kiley's music is led by vocals that'll stop you in your tracks.
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Within this realism is an incredible sense of serenity, which flows throughout the album and creates an incredibly fascinating work showcasing an immense sense of maturity for this young group.
User score distribution:
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Positive: 19 out of 23
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Mixed: 3 out of 23
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Negative: 1 out of 23
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BeauBApr 27, 2007
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andreaMar 15, 2007love it! portions for foxs and does he love you? are on constant repeat. jenny's voice is so fresh and beautiful.
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AndyAug 16, 2006Good but not great. A couple of so-so songs really hurt the total album for me.