Volume Two - She & Him
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73 out of 100

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8.1 out of 10

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  • Summary: Zooey Deschanel and Matt Ward return with their second album together, which features two cover songs.

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  1. Positive: 18 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. musicOMH.com
    90
    Ably coaxed on and assembled by Ward--whose input ought not to be overlooked--Volume Two is an outstanding collection of tracks worthy of any discerning listener's undivided attention.
  2. All Music Guide
    80
    Like the previous album, Volume 2 would suffer under the weight of its own pastiche if it weren’t so darn endearing, filled as it is with call-and-response vocals, studio reverb, sweeping orchestrations, and other bygone tricks of the trade.
  3. Drowned In Sound
    80
    She & Him treat what could be needless and indulgent with care and soul. Volume Two will surprise and charm in equal measure.
  4. No Ripcord
    60
    Where Volume One was strongest was simply the quality of the songs (try getting Why Do You Let Me Stay Here? out of your head in a hurry), yet there’s something sadly lacking about Volume Two, and what previously sounded like finely-crafted homage is now often more like impotent pastiche.

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  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
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  1. MaxwellP
    10
    This is my first review. I had to do one on Volume Two because everyone needs to know how wonderful it is. If you haven't bought it you really should. M. Ward's arrangements are fantastic and Zooey Deschanel's lyrics are exceptional yet again. The best part though is her voice. This album is almost perfect from song one until the very end. Enjoy this sunny gem or you'll really be missing out!… Expand
  2. RaulfS
    9
    Even in musics not so remarkable, it's terrible lovely.
  3. MattB.
    8
    Does this remind anyone else of Neko Case?
  4. jimmytancredi
    7
    I'm so happy that Chloe Deschannel has initiated this group, their music is simply amazing. I would love if they were more relevant in music business, it's a shame because their melodies are worthy sophomore, I found this album more diverse and ultimately more interesting. This album is better than the "Volume One" absolutely.… Expand

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