Seraph
by Mas Ysa
  • Record Label: Downtown
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2015
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69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Uncut
    Jul 28, 2015
    50
    There are plenty of good ideas here, but plenty of bad ones, too. [Sep 2015, p.77]
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  2. Under The Radar
    Jul 24, 2015
    40
    Too much of the record comprises exhausting dancehall ballads.

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  1. Nedloh94
    Jul 25, 2015
    9
    Mas Ysa stems from the same vein as artists like Youth Lagoon, Memory Tapes, and even a little bit of Panda Bear. Electronically driven, yetMas Ysa stems from the same vein as artists like Youth Lagoon, Memory Tapes, and even a little bit of Panda Bear. Electronically driven, yet never devoid of soul or emotion, Seraph, building off of the excellent Worth EP, is a friendly record that's not necessarily pushing any boundaries, but still taking plenty opportunities to surprise. Thomas Arsenault has an ear for infectious songwriting and production, drawing from a diverse sonic palette, and employing a wide array of techniques and ideas to keep this album fresh the whole way through. Arsenault is developing a very unique artistic voice, whose work is adventurous and experimental, yet never alienating, nor too obtuse for his own good. Though, Seraph isn't entirely cohesive, the album remains a satisfying follow up to a promising EP, and sows the seeds for a promising discography.… Full Review »
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