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Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews What's this?

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4.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 11 Ratings

  • Summary: The sixth full-length release for the Scottish rock band Twin Atlantic was produced by Jacknife Lee and is its first without Craig Kneale, who left in September 2021.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. musicOMH.com
    Jan 7, 2022
    80
    Transparency is the sound of a band restlessly searching for a new direction and pulling it off very well.
  2. Clash Music
    Jan 6, 2022
    70
    An attempt to sidestep presumptions and carve out new space, ‘Transparency’ could be the most unexpected move of Twin Atlantic’s career.
  3. Kerrang!
    Jan 6, 2022
    60
    Ultimately, there are enough ideas on display here to just about see Twin Atlantic right. While it may not be a clear-cut success, Transparency does prove once again that its creators have it in them to be bloody great.
  4. DIY Magazine
    Jan 6, 2022
    60
    The record spans from spoken word to ‘70s funk and ‘80s glam rock, dabbling in balladry and power pop. It may not be the most polished or serious piece of art to emerge from the pandemic, but it’s impossible to deny the sheer amount of personality and unashamed frivolity bubbling out of ‘Transparency’.
  5. Classic Rock Magazine
    Jan 6, 2022
    60
    The album emerging as willfully lo-fi, bouncing along on cheery electronica while McTrusty's almost spoken-word panic attack showcases his rich Glaswegian vocals. [Feb 2022, p.79]
  6. New Musical Express (NME)
    Jan 6, 2022
    60
    The record sags in the middle when the pace dies down (on ‘Haunt’ and ‘It’s Getting Dark’), but ‘Transparency’ never overstays its welcome. It may not produce the “massive hit” McTrusty once pined for, but it’s a sign there’s life in the old dog yet.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 2 out of 6
  1. Loken99
    Jan 9, 2022
    8
    As a long time Twin Atlantic fan I may be on the biased side a touch however I don't agree with some of the user criticisms that have beenAs a long time Twin Atlantic fan I may be on the biased side a touch however I don't agree with some of the user criticisms that have been said it's an enjoyable album with some really good little elements that can be found For example young is a must to listen to as is keep your head up while I do agree it is not my favourite Twin Atlantic LP it certainly is a solid effort and a refreshing listen to while most alternative/rock bands are going more pop by the day… Expand
  2. JacksTracks
    Jan 13, 2022
    8
    I'm surprised to read the negative reviews below. This is a catchy and fun album that's enriched with McTrusty's relatable lyrics and thickI'm surprised to read the negative reviews below. This is a catchy and fun album that's enriched with McTrusty's relatable lyrics and thick Glaswegian accent. It's not going to revolutionise current music; it doesn't aim to. just take it for what it is and enjoy it.… Expand
  4. Maglorwood
    Jan 10, 2022
    6
    It's not a bad album, but it's different from what the band usual do. So It's a Average album.
  5. Menios
    Jan 7, 2022
    5
    It was fun at times, with some nice melodic rock songs, but even though they were "transparent", they lacked originality and authenticity.
  6. All_ButTrU4
    Jan 7, 2022
    2
    It has alot of potential but is ultimately generic. It goes around in circle's teasing a cathartic release that never comes. A boring start toIt has alot of potential but is ultimately generic. It goes around in circle's teasing a cathartic release that never comes. A boring start to the year.… Expand
  7. gpassalacqua
    Jan 8, 2022
    0
    This album is so generic and boring, I thought several of the tracks were ads on Spotify. With horrible vocals, boring instrumentals, andThis album is so generic and boring, I thought several of the tracks were ads on Spotify. With horrible vocals, boring instrumentals, and predictable song and chord structures, this album is truly unique in that it does not stand out in the slightest. Garbage album from a garbage band.… Expand

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