The Lone Bellow
by The Lone Bellow
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. Pitchfork
    Apr 4, 2013
    94
    If Fleetwood Mac shimmered more, rocked less and were organic without being raw, that might suggest the level of evocative language and romance The Lone Bellow exudes.
  2. AllMusic
    Apr 4, 2013
    80
    This is a solid debut, made by a band that arrives fully formed and has a great future.
  3. PopMatters
    Apr 4, 2013
    70
    These eleven tracks showcase a group that sounds fully developed on its first time out.
  5. Austin Chronicle
    Oct 4, 2013
    67
    The Lone Bellow explores the tensions inherent to love and its unpredictable swings from high to low, sublime to greasy.

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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. m3in99
    Nov 1, 2014
    8
    I am somewhat surprised there haven't been more user reviews for this group and their debut album. An excellent mix of "Americana"I am somewhat surprised there haven't been more user reviews for this group and their debut album. An excellent mix of "Americana" variations, and excellent harmonies -- perhaps better than the individual voices themselves. While I have seen comparisons to the Lumineers, this is a simpler and sometimes more personal group of songs. Anticipating another strong effort whenever their second album arrives.… Full Review »
  2. MrPenman
    Oct 8, 2013
    8
    This is a strong debut for The Lone Bellow. Emotionally honest lyrics are coupled with simple and driving melody and beats to make anThis is a strong debut for The Lone Bellow. Emotionally honest lyrics are coupled with simple and driving melody and beats to make an enjoyable listen. My only complaints are that some of the songs are too similar and that a few of the melodies could be varied to be improved.… Full Review »
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