Shadows Collide With People
by John Frusciante
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Dot Music
    60
    Mainstream, bleeding-heart balladry, tempered by slightly outre arrangements.
  2. Q Magazine
    40
    His rudimentary songwriting skills and questionable quality control render this an exasperating experience. [Apr 2004, p.110]
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  3. Spin
    42
    Jammed with cheesy effects, weak orchestration, and paper-thin vocals, this is a mix that nobody would dream of Californicating to. [Apr 2004, p.94]
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  5. Splendid
    60
    Mercifully, Frusciante has toned down the screechy howl that made his earlier work almost unbearable, and while his songs aren't quite diamond-sharp, they have evolved into soft-focus pop tunes that display a keen melodic intuition and gift for beautiful torment.

Awards & Rankings

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#52 Most Discussed Album of 2004
83
#83 Most Shared Album of 2004

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 71 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 71
  3. Negative: 7 out of 71
  1. SolaireMengao
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Brilliant songwriting by one of the greatest genius that stepped on this planet. You can brightly feel every note, chord and word that isBrilliant songwriting by one of the greatest genius that stepped on this planet. You can brightly feel every note, chord and word that is being played.… Full Review »
  2. trav382
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    one of the best albums ive heard. ..
  3. pinkenigma
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    Probably the best album by John Frusciante, although this is difficult to define, but the sentiments conveyed in Shadows Collide With PeopleProbably the best album by John Frusciante, although this is difficult to define, but the sentiments conveyed in Shadows Collide With People represent a sincere expression of an artist committed to making his art, regardless of standards or what goes that. One of my favorite albums of all time.… Full Review »
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