The English Riviera
by Metronomy
  • Record Label: Because
  • Release Date: Apr 11, 2011
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. No Ripcord
    Apr 29, 2011
    50
    The English Riviera is a perfectly listenable album, and it's one that will, quite rightly, be the soundtrack to the summers of more than a few, but the often indistinct music and insipid lyrical content mean that it's doubtful if its charms will last through to the autumn.
  2. Beats Per Minute
    Apr 25, 2011
    45
    There are enough moments here to suggest that the band can find a comfortable middle ground between the two sounds that will suit both their aspirations and the desire of the listeners, let's just hope that next time around they find it.

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User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 66 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 66
  3. Negative: 2 out of 66
  1. thereisnofork
    Jun 4, 2011
    9
    Fans of Metronomy might criticise this album for being such a vast departure from Nights out and even more so the fantastic Pip Paine. To takeFans of Metronomy might criticise this album for being such a vast departure from Nights out and even more so the fantastic Pip Paine. To take this viewpoint, however, is to overlook the obvious quality of this record - masterfully constructed beach pop that defies any criticism of stripped-down over simplicity with killer riffs and stunning clarity of production. A chill-out masterpiece.… Full Review »
  2. GilDev
    Jun 28, 2018
    10
    I’m impressed by how many times I can listen to those tracks without being bored. It’s all so relaxing, and some songs really make me want toI’m impressed by how many times I can listen to those tracks without being bored. It’s all so relaxing, and some songs really make me want to dance.
    I really enjoy listening to this while working, Corinne being my favorite song in there.    … Full Review »
  3. marcmyworks
    Jul 13, 2016
    9
    Probably one of my favourite albums of all time. It truly is a summertime mix that makes me want to hit the beach. Tracks such as "EverythingProbably one of my favourite albums of all time. It truly is a summertime mix that makes me want to hit the beach. Tracks such as "Everything Goes My Way" and "The Look" truly open up the band's creativity and mix of vocal styles.… Full Review »
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