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83 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critics What's this?

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6.6 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

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  • Summary: Julian Koster used a variety of antique and unusual recorders to achieve his unique sounds.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Tiny Mix Tapes
    90
    Unless you're already a Music Tapes fan, chances are you haven't experienced anything quite as exquisitely raw, effortlessly transportive, and charmingly distinct in a long time.
  2. cokemachineglow
    83
    The best songs on Music Tapes For Clouds And Tornados feature just Julian and banjo.
  3. NOW Magazine
    60
    The record has a strong holiday flavour, so if you're the type who gets nauseated by reindeer talk in March, maybe wait till December to play this.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 3
  3. Negative: 1 out of 3
  1. DannyN.
    9
    This is a great album.
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  2. Kevin
    5
    While "Music Tapes for Clouds & Tornadoes" is a charming, unique musical romp, I can't see what the critics found so appealing. Some of the songs are brilliant, but the album lacks variety and thus falls short.… Expand
    • 0 of 1 users said yes
  3. DevinW.
    3
    Trading in cutesy gimmicks - Unconventional instruments! Strange recording practices! - rather than song craft or any real ability, For Clouds and Tornadoes loses itself in its elaborate conception. Strip away that gimmickry, and you get a weak voice singing songs that are often extremely grating. Gigantic metronomes and old wax cylinders do not a good album - or even a half-way competent album - make.… Expand
    • 0 of 1 users said yes

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