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Snake Sideways
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  • Summary: This is the debut full-length release from British post-punk band Do Nothing.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Classic Rock Magazine
    Jun 30, 2023
    80
    Sharp, bright, brilliant. [Summer 2023, p.79]
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  2. Clash Music
    Jun 30, 2023
    80
    ‘Snake Sideways’ is a culmination of all of Do Nothing’s talents, and a great debut album which is perfect for the live setting – where the band thrives.
  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Jun 30, 2023
    70
    Everything here works, but that’s hardly great praise.
  4. New Musical Express (NME)
    Jun 30, 2023
    60
    It remains to be seen whether Do Nothing can use the solid foundations of ‘Snake Sideways’ as a launching pad to ascend to the giddy heights of their initial promise.

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  1. TGirl292
    Jul 4, 2023
    9
    Snake Sideways is the long awaited Debut album by Do Nothing - a band that has released many singles and EPs over the years. Unlike theirSnake Sideways is the long awaited Debut album by Do Nothing - a band that has released many singles and EPs over the years. Unlike their earlier work, the album is a lot more introspective and self-critical but without losing the humor. Less catchy than some of their earlier singles, this is a complex album and listeners will need to give it some time fully unfold. The album shows the great musicianship and capabilities of this band, in particular of front man Chris Bailey with his seamless transitions from sprechgesang to beautiful singing. 9/10.… Expand

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