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The Million Masks of God
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 39 Ratings

  • Summary: The latest full-length studio release for the Atlanta indie rock band was produced with Ethan Gruska and Catherine Marks.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Sputnikmusic
    Apr 26, 2021
    100
    Here, the sequencing is more dynamic and the lyrical settings are as intimate as they've ever been. ... Their body of work speaks for itself at this point: Manchester Orchestra is one of the greatest bands alive right now, and The Million Masks of God is yet another feather in their cap.
  2. The Line of Best Fit
    Apr 26, 2021
    90
    If A Black Mile to the Surface was the band’s first record back following a rebirth of sorts, then as far as the difficult second album’s go, Manchester Orchestra have absolutely nailed it.
  3. Consequence
    Apr 27, 2021
    83
    Every aspect is written and performed impeccably, with track sequencing that highlights both the variety of the material and the wisdom of its concepts. True to its intentions, then, The Million Masks of God is a gorgeously tuneful and thought-provoking gem.
  4. New Musical Express (NME)
    Apr 26, 2021
    80
    With ‘The Million Masks Of God’, they’ve written something that feels similar to one – a record that traverses every corner of their sound, from beefy rock songs to string-assisted grandeur and acoustic bliss, further cementing their place as an under appreciated band to treasure.
  5. Paste Magazine
    Apr 28, 2021
    75
    Following the overblown COPE, it seemed unclear where the band would go next. But with The Million Masks of God, Manchester Orchestra prove that they’ve found their footing.
  6. Glide Magazine
    Apr 30, 2021
    70
    With its complex sonic textures, use of repetition, and few standout hooks, The Million Masks of God is Manchester Orchestra’s least accessible work, but it’s an achievement in its own way. It doesn’t have many stand-out singles but is best appreciated by repeated listens in its entirety as the narrator, as a stand-in for the band, confronts his spiritual and emotional pain without a clear resolution.
  7. Slant Magazine
    Apr 26, 2021
    50
    When the band dabbles in more disruptive sounds that deviate from A Black Mile to the Surface, the effect is fresh and exciting. ... The remainder of the album, however, is composed mostly of midtempo songs that all similarly build to predictable climaxes.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Bensonian
    May 5, 2021
    10
    A genuinely masterful work of art from Manchester Orchestra. It's their most mature offering and it's clear that time was spent toA genuinely masterful work of art from Manchester Orchestra. It's their most mature offering and it's clear that time was spent to meticulously create this album. If you haven't listened, just hit play and you will be introduced to something magic.… Expand
  2. Xayflorence
    May 18, 2021
    10
    Brilliant and beautiful. They’ve done it again. Of course by now we should all be expecting great things. I honestly believe this band agesBrilliant and beautiful. They’ve done it again. Of course by now we should all be expecting great things. I honestly believe this band ages like a fine wine.… Expand
  4. Hytham
    Jun 1, 2022
    10
    Ufficialmente il mio album preferito fino ad ora. Infinite emozioni, testi profondi, base strumentale incredibioe e voce semplicementeUfficialmente il mio album preferito fino ad ora. Infinite emozioni, testi profondi, base strumentale incredibioe e voce semplicemente fantastica.
    Un giorno spero di riuscire a vedere dal vivo questa band. Questo album ha cambiato il mio modo di vedere e vivere il mondo    … Expand
  5. Dolfan444Life
    May 8, 2021
    9
    Bed head is the song of the year. We need more music like this. Great album
  6. MetaCriticool
    Jul 19, 2021
    9
    this album is pretty good, interesting listen. I would highly recommend this album to anyone.
  7. Hermene_Lauro
    Jul 6, 2021
    8
    mistura muito boa entre elementos de um indie denso e com uma roupagem morderna, que soube colocar as influências de folk nas horas certes, damistura muito boa entre elementos de um indie denso e com uma roupagem morderna, que soube colocar as influências de folk nas horas certes, da mesma forma com o climax das músicas, como tem Let Storm e Dinosaur.
    Destaque para Inaudible, Angel of Death, Bad Head, Let Storm, Dinosaur & The Internet.
    Algumas partes do álbum são cansativas, por isso acho que 45 minutos foi um pouco demais, o que faz o álbum parecer um pouco arrastado em algumas partes como em "Annie e Telepath".
    Porém não é algo que atrapalhe a experiência desse bom disco!
    Por último, mas não menos importante: EU AMEI ESSA CAPA!    … Expand
  8. Ricko
    Jun 9, 2021
    7
    This album has a nice enough sound but I found it hard to remember any of the tracks in any real detail. The material is all very well thoughtThis album has a nice enough sound but I found it hard to remember any of the tracks in any real detail. The material is all very well thought out and constructed and the songs are pieced together with great care. The raw materials are lacking for me though, it lacks umph or any true inspiration. I was expecting a bit more. Give me a Fleet Foxes album any day of the week.… Expand

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