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Quiet Is The New Loud - Kings Of Convenience
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71 out of 100

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9.4 out of 10

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  • Summary: This is the sophomore American release from the Norweigian group, following their eponymous debut on Kindercore (which shares about half of the same tracks with this album).

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Rolling Stone
    90
    Produced by Ken Nelson, who was also responsible for Badly Drawn Boy's Bewilderbeast, Quiet Is the New Loud is equally praiseworthy, as the band conjures up the spirit of Nick Drake with eerie precision.
  2. Magnet
    90
    The guitars are gorgeously recorded, the vocals are gently understated and the occasional keyboards are carefully mixed into the background with a simple, earnest warmth. [#49, p.79]
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  3. Alternative Press
    60
    Though this is limp-wristed stuff, it's also undeniably beautiful, often recalling Nick Drake and Belle & Sebastian. [#154, p.82]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. RussB
    10
    Incredible music. Have loved this record for years. Fortunate to have seen them twice in San Francisco. Creates a fantastic mood with their harmonies. A classic!!!… Expand
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  2. Eric
    10
    There's not a bad track on it; only beauty and redemption.The title of this album speaks volumes musically and lyrically. Introspective, melancholic and saturated with hope. Definitely one of the best albums of the year.… Expand
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  3. KurtS.
    9
    I think it is unfortunate that some listeners fail to really listen. They close a door that should reamin open. Instead, they trap themselves in endless circle of comparison and weak social generalizations. In doing so, they restrict themselves to thought, and music is perhaps one thing that is beyond thought. Failure to appreciate the Kings of Convenience is an indication of a lack of listening. This album will fill a cup, even if you prefer another type of tea. The fusion of sound is brilliant. … Expand
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