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92

Universal acclaim - based on 10 Critic Reviews What's this?

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6.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 48 Ratings

  • Summary: The second full-length release for British rock duo Nova Twins was produced with Jim Abbiss.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. The Telegraph (UK)
    Jun 24, 2022
    100
    In lesser hands, an album that at times sounds like R2D2 breakdancing in an industrial spin-dryer might make for trying company. Yet, for all their Day-Glo stridency, Nova Twins not only know how to write songs, but how to arrange them too.
  2. DIY Magazine
    Jun 16, 2022
    100
    Never has an album title been better chosen - the duo are at the centre of a brightly burning, ever-expanding sonic explosion, all of their own making, and just like a supernova, it is utterly stunning to witness. Bow down to the queens.
  3. Consequence
    Jun 17, 2022
    100
    Nova Twins bend and blend genres like alchemists, generating a sound specific to them and the undertones of their social movement. ... Supernova is like our generation’s “f**k you” to every version of “the man,” much like The Clash did in 1977 and Rage Against the Machine did in 1992.
  4. Kerrang!
    Jun 16, 2022
    80
    Supernova basks in its own raw originality and kicks any naysayers to the curb with its unforgettable impact.
  5. The Line of Best Fit
    Jun 16, 2022
    80
    A handful of the album’s later tracks, including “Sleep Paralysis” and the restless “Choose Your Fighter”, do perhaps fall short of other songs’ ‘absolute banger’ status, but nowhere is there an outright miss.
  6. Clash Music
    Jun 16, 2022
    80
    Overall, ‘Supernova’ is exactly what it says on the tin - a bright burst of energy that will leave you awe-struck.
  7. Classic Rock Magazine
    Jun 16, 2022
    70
    This second album brings the heft and enormity to make them serious contenders. [Jul 2022, p.78]

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 19
  3. Negative: 4 out of 19
  1. Dommi17
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    One of my most highly anticipated albums, but it more than lived up to the hype. The gritty and pumping bass from beginning to end, the crispOne of my most highly anticipated albums, but it more than lived up to the hype. The gritty and pumping bass from beginning to end, the crisp and driving drums, and the sometimes chaotic guitar noodling make for a perfectly balanced rock experience. Thats before I even mention their singing voices, and their trademark punky snarl. I cannot, in good conscience, give this album less than a 10.… Expand
  2. LISOCHIKOTOSA
    Dec 14, 2022
    10
    Such an excellent, raw and powerful showing by these two talented ladies. Cleopatra, Fire and Ice and Sleep Paralysis are among my favorite
  4. 1lixo
    Jul 21, 2022
    10
    it's amazing the way the girls used modern elements to incorporate into their rock/metal compositions. The traits of R&B and Rap throughoutit's amazing the way the girls used modern elements to incorporate into their rock/metal compositions. The traits of R&B and Rap throughout the album bring even more uniqueness to the narrative. IT IS FACINATING, REPRESENTATIVE, INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING.… Expand
  5. hausoflilluis
    Jul 22, 2022
    8
    Supernova is Amy and Georgia's chest of saved energy to the world, defying the life of being independent, British, Black women in the musicSupernova is Amy and Georgia's chest of saved energy to the world, defying the life of being independent, British, Black women in the music industry. It's been a totally entertaining rollercoaster ride, and I'm willing to pay for another round.

    fav tracks: "Cleopatra", "Puzzles", "Fire & Ice", "Enemy" & "Sleep Paralysis"
    KEY-TRACK: "A Dark Place for Somewhere Beautiful"    … Expand
  6. Case5274
    Nov 4, 2022
    6
    Production wise a good album. Lyrically average. Musically under average. Overall nothing special.
  7. ROBYWON
    Aug 4, 2022
    6
    Power and feminism do not make this album a masterpiece. Destiny's Child in the 2020s? Already seen. Nonetheless, the musicianship holdsPower and feminism do not make this album a masterpiece. Destiny's Child in the 2020s? Already seen. Nonetheless, the musicianship holds battino and the twins' vocals give ample room to soak in and dance. go beyond the cliché of the African American woman angry at the monod, and wrestle on the pillars already founded by early 20th century female artists… Expand
  8. okvinicius
    Aug 21, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I didn't like this album at all, there are much better ones out there that deserve more credit… Expand

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