Progress
by Take That
  • Record Label: Polydor
  • Release Date: Nov 22, 2010
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. musicOMH.com
    Dec 16, 2010
    60
    It might not be the explosion many were hoping for, but Progress sees Take That exploring and experimenting.

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#56 Most Shared Album of 2010

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User Score
7.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 21
  3. Negative: 4 out of 21
  1. owenrw89
    Dec 18, 2016
    8
    Stuart Price is without doubt, the greatest electronic producer of the last 20 years. Adding his production with Barlow's stylish songwritingStuart Price is without doubt, the greatest electronic producer of the last 20 years. Adding his production with Barlow's stylish songwriting gave us one of the most unexpected albums of the year. Take That are known for radio friendly pop music (which is no bad thing), but Progress saw them experiment, get a little weird and non-mainstream, and it worked beautifully.… Full Review »
  2. gemini0577
    Jun 15, 2011
    9
    Take That manages to get better with each new album and with Robbie Williams back into the fold, they sound even better. Progress is differentTake That manages to get better with each new album and with Robbie Williams back into the fold, they sound even better. Progress is different from their other albums in that it ventures out into new directions, experimenting with the re-emerging electronica sound that is becoming increasingly popular. Standout songs include "The Flood", "SOS", "Kids", and "Affirmation". This album is top-notch not only because of the melodies but also because of the writing, which is lyrical and at times poetic. This is what pop should be!… Full Review »
  3. eternalsting
    Jan 19, 2011
    7
    It kinda took me by surprise to be confronted with an ambitus, determined record suggesting one of the best pop albums of 2010. It ensuresIt kinda took me by surprise to be confronted with an ambitus, determined record suggesting one of the best pop albums of 2010. It ensures the capability of expanding the band's fans and the promise of a greater Take That following album.… Full Review »
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