True North
by Bad Religion
  • Record Label: Epitaph
  • Release Date: Jan 22, 2013
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Record Collector
    Jun 4, 2013
    60
    There’s nothing intrinsically wrong with the Lemonheads-style chug of the remainder, though it plants its flag firmly in the same sonic terrain they occupied during 2010’s The Dissent Of Man.
  2. NOW Magazine
    Feb 7, 2013
    60
    The 16 tracks sound similar after repeat listens, but if you think time has mellowed the band, guess again.
  3. AllMusic
    Jan 25, 2013
    60
    True North shows flashes of their earlier work, and is a step up from their last album, 2010's The Dissent of Man, in terms of aggression.
  5. Q Magazine
    Jan 24, 2013
    60
    While there are few surprises, there is much to enjoy. [Feb 2013, p.101]
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  6. Mojo
    Jan 18, 2013
    60
    Bad Religion see no reason to mess with the formula. [Feb 2013, p.98]
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  7. Uncut
    Jan 18, 2013
    60
    The band excel at giving fans perfectly plotted two-minute bursts of disgust and attrition, epitomised by the splendidly immature, "F*** You." [Feb 2013, p.69]
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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. Mezmer
    Oct 27, 2016
    8
    This is another solid release from Bad Religion. There are no instant classics from it, but songs like "Robin Hood in Reverse", and the selfThis is another solid release from Bad Religion. There are no instant classics from it, but songs like "Robin Hood in Reverse", and the self titled, "True North" are great in their own way. Bad Religion's old sound shines through with this recent album, and the idea of True North and the "moral compass" is very prevalent. Graffin's observation of his son growing up and having issues with his own life and purpose, and relating to that, since Graffin went through the same experiences in his youth, was a major motivator for this album. All in all, a great release from Bad Religion, and one of their best releases for a long time.… Full Review »
  2. eyb0ss
    Apr 11, 2015
    9
    30 minutes of Bad Religion's typical smart lyrics and adrenaline rush. The entire album is perfectly summarized in the song **** You".30 minutes of Bad Religion's typical smart lyrics and adrenaline rush. The entire album is perfectly summarized in the song **** You". "Sorrow", however, is a satiric and emotional retelling of the story of Job. Sorrow specifically doesn't get enough credit, and is one of the finest songs the band has produced.Great album, BR never disappoints its fans.… Full Review »
  3. ricco94
    Mar 13, 2013
    9
    True North is the first important release of 2013, and it is an excellent work by Greg Graffin and all the other guys. There are many goodTrue North is the first important release of 2013, and it is an excellent work by Greg Graffin and all the other guys. There are many good songs and You is really exciting. No bad songs, although I don't like Vanity very much. Obviously it's not No Control, but it sounds very good.… Full Review »
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