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So, even if it's wrapped in new clothing, this is essentially a return to basics, and it's a welcome one, since it's melodic, stately, and somber.
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Charming, if slight.
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Entertainment WeeklyIt's official: Dolores O'Riordan is rock's most vapid lyricist. [26 Oct 2001, p.125]
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Alternative PressMarks a slight improvement from 1999's Bury The Hatchet. [Nov 2001, p.79]
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BlenderWake Up... is the set of inspired anthems they needed to deliver in '96. [Oct/Nov 2001, p.103]
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The band sounds strong but derivative of its own best work.
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Whatever angst might have settled under the surface has been swept clean and in its place a jubilant spiritual quest in is place.
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The dearth of memorable melodies ruins the once-successful formula.
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This record is strictly Music For Adults, with songs about kids and real love and life.... Essentially, it is soothing background music for troubled times.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 21 out of 26
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Mixed: 3 out of 26
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Negative: 2 out of 26
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NseE.Jun 10, 2002
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Nov 25, 2021I love this album, great songs and, I mean, Dolores vocals are legendary.....
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Nov 25, 2021Dolores' voice still so so powerful and The Cranberries prove they still an amazing band