User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Negative: 0 out of 9

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  1. Oct 6, 2010
    10
    This is an awesome album to just relax to. I find it hard to judge this album becuase I can't really think whilst listening to it. This is one of those albums that are just meant to be enjoyed.
  2. Jul 19, 2013
    9
    A relaxing and interesting album. Steady beats hold together the different vocalists floating in and out of these tracks, which are heavy with synths, slap bass, and a distinct 80's mood. "Gaudy Side of Town" is the perfect intro into this album, which of course has a saxophone fluttering in and out. The album centerpiece is "Faded High", which Justin Vernon of Bon Iver shines on.
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 13
  2. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Dec 14, 2010
    100
    The results pitch beautifully crafted, poignant songs and heartfelt vocals against foggy, ethereal production.
  2. With a slower pace and dreamier, echo-laden feeling than the original, guitars sounding somewhere between Morricone and the Cocteau Twins, it's an inspired nod back to a still underrated team of artists that works equally well on its own.
  3. This is lush, involving music that takes stated influences and sculpts them into something genuinely there.