Wald
by Pole
  • Record Label: Pole
  • Release Date: Sep 18, 2015
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. Resident Advisor
    Oct 7, 2015
    82
    This is a record of great technical skill and imagination, and one that's also nonetheless soulful and sincere.
  2. The Quietus
    Sep 25, 2015
    80
    Wald nods towards electronic Kosmische music of bygone years while simultaneously reflecting and commenting upon Betke's own back catalogue.
  3. Dusted Magazine
    Sep 21, 2015
    80
    Stepping gingerly and keeping balanced in precarious places, Wald is a cat. It’s as pleasing as a purr.
  5. Exclaim
    Sep 21, 2015
    80
    Pieces like "Salamander," "Myzel" and the live tracks "Moos" and "Fichte" don't sound like classic Pole as much as they feel like classic Pole.
  6. Pitchfork
    Sep 21, 2015
    76
    There's nothing hectic about the listening experience; thanks to its relaxed pace and gently abstracted shapes, Wald is every bit as contemplative as the forest walks that inspired it.
  7. Uncut
    Sep 25, 2015
    70
    It is, for Pole, a breath of fresh air. [Nov 2015, p.80]
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  8. Mojo
    Sep 21, 2015
    60
    Wald is a continued move in more playful directions. [Oct 2015, p.95]
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  1. musicboi
    Sep 22, 2015
    8
    Does not disappoint. Another masterpiece from Pole. I've been looking forward to this for a long, long time and finally, here it is. More ofDoes not disappoint. Another masterpiece from Pole. I've been looking forward to this for a long, long time and finally, here it is. More of that enlightened blend of restraint and attention to sonic detail I came to love on Steingarten.… Full Review »