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66 out of 100

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8.4 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 15 Ratings

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  • Summary: The Dublin, Ireland band returns with a follow-up to 2005's 'Burn The Maps.'

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 29
  3. Negative: 3 out of 29
  1. All Music Guide
    90
    This stuff is pure musical and lyrical inspiration.
  2. Alternative Press
    60
    It's a bit unfortunate that the Irishmen decided to keep their songwriting and musical prowess stagnant. [Mar 2007, p.143]
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  3. Stylus Magazine
    33
    The Cost is bleached of any sort of lifeblood, stumbling out of the gate and moping towards the finish line.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. MatthewP.
    10
    A fine album! Glen hansards voice echoes a sadness that only a few artists can match. If you're after an arena band, this is not it! This is real people singing about real problems! Real music!… Expand
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  2. GerD
    10
    An amazing album that requires several repeated spins to fully appreciate.
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  3. MattD.
    3
    It's like Coldplay without the jangly guitar and fine melodies.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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