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Oct 13, 2014Here, musically as lyrically, Okereke seems concerned with emotional connection first and foremost, making this a plaintive and engaging experience throughout.
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Alternative PressOct 7, 2014Okereke's voice, whether against an early-90s down-tempo club beat or a rattling guitar, is ever-evolving and worth many listens. [Nov 2014, p.90]
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Oct 7, 2014Trick is an interesting, compelling listen and one that pushes Kele’s burgeoning reputation further.
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Oct 16, 2014It’s a perfectly enjoyable record, but it doesn’t bring anything new to the table.
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Oct 13, 2014Largely, Trick measures up as a solid modern dance record and bears no trace of Bloc Party, proving that a lot can change in nine years.
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Oct 13, 2014He fares better on "Silver and Gold" and "Humour Me," where more energy and sensuality keep things afloat, proving once again that soul-searching and dancing don't have to be at cross purposes.
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Oct 10, 2014Sweet, intimate and tender, Trick is a tempting treat.
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Oct 8, 2014He's had a reputation for being guarded in the past, but on Trick, we see him wear his heart on his sleeve.
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Oct 14, 2014While nothing on Trick feels incredibly urgent or revelatory, it's a rare late-night album that assumes you'll wake up next to someone you actually like.
User score distribution:
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Positive: 6 out of 7
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Mixed: 0 out of 7
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Negative: 1 out of 7
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Oct 14, 2014
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Oct 15, 2014