Roses - The Cranberries
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  • Summary: Stephen Street produces the first album for the Irish rock band since 2001's Wake Up and Smell the Coffee.
  • Record Label: Cooking Vinyl
  • Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Adult Alternative Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Contemporary Pop/Rock, Celtic Rock
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 12
  2. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Feb 28, 2012
    70
    Overall, this is shaping up to be one of the most amazing albums of the year and will definitely not disappoint any hardcore Cranberries fans and may help them pick up some new converts along the way.
  2. Feb 28, 2012
    60
    There are lyrical uh-oh moments ("Schizophrenic Playboy"), but Roses reminds us that note-hammering Brits from Adele to Florence owe Dolly a small debt.
  3. 60
    Where Roses shines the brightest is via the textures that gild the album's edges.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. 10
    If you liked the Cranberries in the past you won't be disappointed by this album. It seems that many professional reviewers are somewhat misguided by musicians who can neither sing or play any instrument in their reviews. This album pretty much continues the discography of the Cranberries as if they have never taken a break. One small difference: The album is somewhat more mature, but this is just fine because most fans have matured as well. Riordan voice is still one of the best there is. Not without reason she has been chosen to sing in duet with vocal wonders like Pavarotti in the past. If you have never heard or seen the magic of the Cranberries, you should check out their spontaneous studio concert on NPR from the week before. Just amazing! They must be one of the few bands left who sound that great with minimum effort. No voice enhancers or pre-recorded singing here... I can't wait to see them live soon. Hope they will add a Bay Area concert to their tour soon! Enjoy! :) Expand
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  2. I love the fact that band hasn't made any kind of bombastic comeback. The album is peaceful, serene and mature. There is nothing really groundbreaking here, but it's not what this band actually is about. Basically, this is back-to-the-roots album with some rather new element introduced. There is nothing generic here and when it comes to The Cranberries, it's a good thing. Excellent thing, actually. Because if there is a band that can make addictive and unique atmosphere, it's The Cranberries. When it comes to the lyrics, the discussion is open, but simplicity here is rather appropriate, in my opinion and it does not contaminate the pleasure of listening. So, I can only suggest: "Press the PLAY button!" 9/10 Expand
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  3. After eleven years like a zombie which once sang about - The Cranberries are back with their sixth album. Dolores O'Riordan again regales us with the swirling melodies on the album carried by her characteristic timbre of voice . The CD is not outstanding - will not find same hits here whom once totaled band to the top. A very interesting and certainly standing out here is the single "Tomorrow," but also "Raining In My Heart" or the ballad "Astral Projection" are noteworthy. Notable entry only for fans of the band. Expand
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