The Messenger
by Johnny Marr
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
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Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. Austin Chronicle
    Nov 7, 2013
    78
    The Messenger rediscovers what made the Smiths' albums great--an open-minded approach to tone and a feel that colors tunes for miles.
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  2. Record Collector
    Jun 4, 2013
    40
    Trouble is, the songs themselves are instantly forgettable, devoid of alluring melody or interesting lyrical content, and sung by a limited vanilla voice lacking in character.
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  3. Filter
    Mar 21, 2013
    78
    The Messenger does not disappoint; it brims with angular riffage, swings with sexy insouciance.
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