Ripe Dreams, Pipe Dreams
by Cameron Avery
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
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  1. Mojo
    Mar 21, 2017
    60
    The odd head-snapping moodswing, a la Nick Cave, can jar. [May 2017, p.98]
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  2. DIY Magazine
    Mar 10, 2017
    60
    Cameron may drench his songs in luscious, sweeping strings, but this is more akin to a gritty neo-noir thriller with numerous femme fatales haunting him at every turn.
  3. The Skinny
    Mar 10, 2017
    60
    Curiously what you have here is an album composed by someone with an obvious love of the big band sound, blatantly wearing its influences on its sleeve but heartfelt as all hell.

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
  1. icedtea
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Cameron Avery is probably best known for most ppl as Tame Impala´s touring bassist. But also part of POND. And even managing his own band "TheCameron Avery is probably best known for most ppl as Tame Impala´s touring bassist. But also part of POND. And even managing his own band "The Growl" for awhile. If you expect gritty blues rock or psychedelic rock/pop as in earlier projects. You might get surprised as this does not wear much resemblance. Instead you get an album that brings to mind the likes of "Frank Sinatra, Leonard Cohen and even The Last Shadow Puppets" who Avery toured together with last year.

    The strength lies within Avery´s smokey baritone voice who manage to sound warm yet very convincing when he sings about loss and heartbreak on such songs as "Do You Know Me By Heart" and "Wasted on Fidelity". DON´T MISS! the luscious "Big Town Girl" or the cheeky "Watch Me Take It Away" Two very highlights of the album. Solid solo debut from a gifted musician".    … Full Review »
  2. grahamk66
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Cameron Avery's 'Ripe Pipes, Pipe Dreams' proves a sturdy stand alone debut from the Tame Impala touring bassist. This album is full ofCameron Avery's 'Ripe Pipes, Pipe Dreams' proves a sturdy stand alone debut from the Tame Impala touring bassist. This album is full of surprises, as those still mourning the loss of Leonard Cohen may find solace in Avery's deep voice and deft songwriting. The album is filled with introspective lyrics touching on modern romance, personal regrets, and lofty ambitions. Musing on his own self-worth (and often failing to see it), Avery's lyrics remain powerful without getting bogged down in minutia. His melodies are swooping and energetic, showing his influences from jazz and swing music. Tame Impala fans fear not, as the album's smoothness indicates Kevin Parker's immaculate production work has clearly rubbed off on Avery. All in all this album is both cathartic and fun, wistful and optimistic. A very well-rounded first offering from an artist emerging from the shadows of his peers.… Full Review »
  3. IsabelL
    Mar 30, 2017
    10
    Don´t believe some of these reviews! This is a wonderful album. Despite not being perhaps the most original idea.. But the heart is in theDon´t believe some of these reviews! This is a wonderful album. Despite not being perhaps the most original idea.. But the heart is in the right place with this one. It´s very clear that Cameron Avery is well aware of his own strength and where to use it. This is something that suits his voice perfectly. Might not be everyone´s cup of tea. The reviewer who went on and on about Arctic Monkeys in one of them. Had me laughing. This has zero to do with it. Alex Turner might be one of the finest lyricists in modern time. But it´s wrongfully to compare and hint at that this musician can´t stand on his own feet and has his own talent to create a self produced record, that wears a melancholic beauty to it.… Full Review »
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