New Me, Same Us
by Little Dragon
Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. musicOMH.com
    Apr 3, 2020
    60
    In common with a fair amount of Little Dragon’s previous output though, New Me, Same Us seems to work better in small chunks than as an album as a whole. There’s something about the smooth, glossy sound that means that, after a while, each song seems to merge into one.
  2. Uncut
    Mar 26, 2020
    60
    Although the tongue-in-cheek title nods to the familiarity of these new songs, there's no shortage of ideas. [May 2020, p.27]
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  3. Q Magazine
    Mar 25, 2020
    60
    The general vibe is of music for well-upholstered hotel suites. [May 2020, p.104]
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  5. The Skinny
    Mar 25, 2020
    60
    New Me, Same Us finds its vigour in the sweet spot between pure pop and the band’s more adventurous tendencies. When an emotionally-charged, jazz-inspired piano climax cuts through the otherwise smooth veneer of New Fiction or when Where You Belong leans fully into a part-funk, part-R'n'B groove, the band really hit their stride. It’s just a shame there are some stumbles on the way.

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7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. thepowerout_
    Apr 23, 2020
    8
    Was pleasantly surprised by this album, It felt like it was a return to form after "Season High", which felt a bit confused, like they didn'tWas pleasantly surprised by this album, It felt like it was a return to form after "Season High", which felt a bit confused, like they didn't know what general mood/genre they were going for (frenetic jumps between 80s rehashing, r&b throwbacks, dance).

    This one returns back to early releases, in that start-to-finish, it sounds more complete and maintains a good flow. Yukimi's vocals, already one of the more dynamic singers as of late, has some new talents on display. "Another Lover" is a great entry point for this album, so smooth and flat out gorgeous.    … Full Review »
  2. nujcooper
    Apr 13, 2020
    8
    As someone who has just gone through their discography, this is a good addition. Although I think that it's nothing groundbreaking, it is aAs someone who has just gone through their discography, this is a good addition. Although I think that it's nothing groundbreaking, it is a good album to listen to. Love Yukimi's voice so much.… Full Review »
  3. RageNate
    Mar 31, 2020
    4
    Worthies (4/11):
    --- Hold On
    --- Another Lover
    --- New Fiction
    --- Sadness
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