Pacifica
by The Presets
  • Record Label: Modular
  • Release Date: Sep 11, 2012
Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
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  1. Consequence
    Sep 17, 2012
    80
    From word one to the closing synth note signifying The End, Pacifica is a literary and musical sensation worthy of true scholarly attention.
  2. AllMusic
    Sep 17, 2012
    70
    While the murky atmosphere and late-night pulse of songs like "Push" and "Fast Seconds," might not immediately scream fun, there's something undeniably engaging about them.

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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Glitchums
    Dec 3, 2014
    10
    Coming off of the dark synth and whispering lyrics of Blow Up, the more upbeat and funky Beams and the apocalyptic themes of Apocalypso, theComing off of the dark synth and whispering lyrics of Blow Up, the more upbeat and funky Beams and the apocalyptic themes of Apocalypso, the Presets continue to innovate with Pacifica, never doing the same thing twice and never falling below the line.
    Pacifica is an absolute treat to listen to, from stat to finish, between intense beats in A.O. and Youth in Trouble and lighter tunes in Ghosts and If I Know You, every song is kept fresh while still keeping the distinctive Presets sound. A solid 10/10 album, a gift for your ears.    … Full Review »
  2. zuperbri
    Dec 9, 2012
    9
    The album is very enjoyable and easy to listen to with particular stand out songs being Ghosts, Promises and Fall. If you enjoyed theirThe album is very enjoyable and easy to listen to with particular stand out songs being Ghosts, Promises and Fall. If you enjoyed their previous albums I would definitely give this a listen.… Full Review »
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