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Generally favorable reviews- based on 271 Ratings
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Positive: 194 out of 271
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Mixed: 24 out of 271
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Negative: 53 out of 271
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Aug 11, 2012
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Jan 25, 2012Tom Delonge has seemed to have developed a massive ego stating this was going to be a massive rock revolution which it really is not. It was alright but its not blink-182
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Oct 19, 2011i enjoyed this album, the prog feel the everything but this record does have weak points but other than that excellent. delonges vocals are inspiring and on point
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DannyRJan 15, 2009This album was simply inspring during one of the lowest points of my life. A lot of people will underappreciate this album, but it truly is something ambient and incredible for those who desire a message in their music. It's well worth your time.
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shaeCDec 5, 2008
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NickZ.Nov 9, 2008This album is amazing in it's entirety. Everyone should give this album a chance!
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HrafnkellLMay 1, 2008
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MárioTApr 23, 2008Tom Delonge was really reborn through this new music, which is more connected to his essence and stimulates us to discover all the power from our emotions, but he doesn't do it in an obvious way.
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PatrickM.Apr 16, 2008
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JerryTerryMar 20, 2008First album of my life that I can listen through over and over to every song. Simply awesome. Concert was even better!
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BobJ.Nov 6, 2007If Tom was never in Blink-182, everyone would agree that this is an amazing album, but everyone's still stuck on the whole Blink thing. This is more of an alt/prog album, and people should forget the whole pop-punk thing that happened in the past.
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MichaelSNov 5, 2007This is not and never will be blink-182. This is also nothing around. Stick with it and many will love it.
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ErlingSNov 2, 2007probably the best album ever released. At first, the album seems boring, but after you have listened to it a couple of times, you understand how fantastic this shit is! God, tom is a genious
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ToddD.Sep 22, 2007This album is a daring and amazing new style of music, incorporating atmospheric rhythms, catchy vocals and lyrics, great bass and drums, and echoey, spacy, and perfect sounding guitar lines.
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PunkD.Sep 19, 2007
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AlbertS.Aug 17, 2007
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TaylorS.Aug 3, 2007This abulm not only focuses on party and stuff but it expresses what is actually happening in todays world This band may just revolutionize music i am looking foward to I-empire
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NathanRJul 24, 2007
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JasonPHJun 11, 2007
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LeongLApr 8, 2007You know, it's on of those things that does JUST enough to keep your attention. It's not the best album, but a good first attempt. Overall, I more or less enjoyed it, but let's hope for a better album next time.
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RanCApr 4, 2007
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MugstaDeuceApr 4, 2007i feel like i can fly......try to really listen to it!
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Nant14Mar 15, 2007Improvement for Tom.Improvement for the whole music.Really heart-stopping album.I wish AVA to continue their music experiments.I don't understand critics that gave this album mediocre scores.
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andycFeb 23, 2007This is an album which we all have to listen to carefully. Forget that its the "New Tom D." Forget that "They're Overrated." just sit down. and listen.
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ColinTFeb 14, 2007While entertaining, there's really nothing at all new about the sound. I liked the album but I can't say much good about it because it was pretty average. I like AVA better than Blink, though.
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phillipgFeb 2, 2007Tom is a true modern day poet ! More people should realize this
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justafanblinkJan 14, 2007Delonge is on his way of changing music for the better."We Don't Need to Whisper," is a start to something great.Although Mark and Travis are left doing their own thing.I wish best of luck to Delonge,knowing he was born for greatness.Blink will forever be missed.
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Liz!GJan 3, 2007
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Anon82Dec 31, 2006Best rock vocal.mr tom delonge
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AlyssaJDec 31, 2006Toms music is awsome!!!
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ZanrielDec 29, 2006This album continues the trend started in Blink-182's last album. It's moodier, more progressive, and less punk, but still has plenty of upbeat tracks. It's probably not the best for fans of straight up rock/punk, but it's great for fans of melodic rock like Jimmy Eat World, Collective Soul, etc. I love it!
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TyronePDec 17, 2006Once you get past the euphoria and PMA attitude inherent on this album, and flow (if you can), with the positive energy- it's fantastic. Criticizing this album is as easy as shooting fish in a barrel. But give it a chance, set your cynicism on a shelf, and try to understand it...
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MarcoPDec 7, 2006My favorite album of all time....... Tom Delonge Forever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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AbbiOct 29, 2006This is one of my favorite all-time albums. All you Blink fans need to get over the fact that they're over. Delonge has found his musical bliss and I think it is breath-takingly beautiful.
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wisnusXeOct 28, 2006my fav album.... we don't need to whisper... my fav song : the adventure...
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mattvocalOct 27, 2006
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billykSep 28, 2006just because the albums different, it doesnt mean its bad. yea, it is a little repetitive, but it is still one of my favoret albums and they are my favoret band right now. im not suprised by everyone elses reaction though...no one seems to be open minded like i am these days...
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ColinDSep 5, 2006
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PaulMSep 3, 2006Very good music, but Tom's voice doesn't seem to fit in with the music at some points. Otherwise, a good CD
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DannyOSep 2, 2006Wow what a great album. Its amazing, it literally makes me cry sometimes. Its beautiful sounds just make the perfect melody. Valkyrie Missile just had everything a song needs. This is how all music should be.
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natasha-leerAug 29, 2006heyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!! your album is fantastic. it is true...you do reach out to peoples hearts with your singing YOUR MY HERO TOM DELONGE!!
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NjoiFAug 28, 2006An amazing album. Simply one of the best that i have ever heard. Better then blink and boxcar racer, Tom has done it again. Every single song is great, particularly valkarye missile, the adventure and Start the Machine. Everyone who hates this album should jump off a building
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LouiseAug 23, 2006This album is the best ever! Screw the boring old farts who can't get into anything new and different. Tom is, was and always will be an absolute god! Who cares if it's emo/punk/rock... all i care about is if it's good... and it isn't... it's even better. In the words of Tom Delonge... 'It's the raddest!'
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MadelineHAug 21, 2006cool but no blink 182
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ryanwAug 14, 2006i totally agree with everything roger said
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AmarganthAAug 10, 2006The best ambiental rock album ever... lol, U2 can pack bags.... Hell, the music is not a bit like the U2 shit, yet still they compare... Well, if you must, A&A are gods. the best album this year... Great music, great singing... This is going to be the best band ever, trust me... just wait... Angels & Airwaves, thank God you brought life into music...
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JilHIP-hopSucksAug 8, 2006gREAT aLBUM gREAT sONG but could of been better we will see if the next angels and airwaves album will be better
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DavidYAug 6, 2006
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BeckJul 30, 2006Lives up to the hype Tom Delonge surrounded it with and then gives you a bit more. I agree that some songs do sound a little similar, but other than that it's wonderful.
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DrewBJul 28, 2006This is the best album I have heard in over a decade. I can't believe RS gave it such a bad review. Do the reviewers listen to an album once and roll with their review? I know I have to hear an album 3 times, over 3 days before making a judgement, and this album is sensational. Catchy hooks, outstanding production, and they rock. I love it. Can't wait for more!
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CarlyJul 22, 2006I don't like this album but i'll give it a ten because Blink are my favourite ever band. I love you Tom
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AlRJul 21, 2006
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incubus3389Jul 15, 2006Its truely beautiful.. epic.. there is something truely granduer about its sound.. love
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KiraJul 15, 2006
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umbertoeJul 9, 2006
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ADogJul 9, 2006This is good music. I found that the change in music style from the edgy punk to a more anthem-like sound refreshing. The tone and message of the songs are clear, honest, and even hopeful. I found the message of hope coming from a "punk goof" as hitting a more honest tone than a robed messanger from Rome (not at all "poo-faced"). I listen to this album often and it feels good everytime I do.
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k.tk.tJul 8, 2006hey you guys give them a chance..... they feel great with thier new band.... they are really good... and i think that they will be better than blink 182...
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MacarionMJul 6, 2006"I understand a band wanting to explore new options but you dont mess with proven success." I don't care about this album, I haven't even heard it. I just wanted to point out that the guy who said this^seriously needs to be harpooned in the scrotum.
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JOHNBJul 4, 2006This album rocks.
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sandyoJul 1, 2006
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dymolJun 30, 2006Great album, unique sound and outlook
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HomieBBJun 29, 2006this is great stuff
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AndresAJun 24, 2006perfect album, i just love it so epic and uplifting.
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NikkiPJun 22, 2006They sound so much like blink 182. and yes i agree most of the songs do sound alike but all of the songs are good!!!!
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ChrisWJun 18, 2006I really don't like Blink 182, but I love this CD! The first time I heard it I didn't even know that this was the guy from Blink 182. The flow of the songs is perfect and although it sounds like an early U2 at times, they stay far away enough from that to be considered riping it. I hope that we get to hear more from Angels & Airwaves and less from Blink 182.
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TraceyJun 16, 2006Tom DeLonge is a god. This is the first album in over 2 years that I have bought in which I haved loved every single song. It's perfect.
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MikeyCJun 10, 2006
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ValkyrieMissileJun 9, 2006I can understand if people dont like the music, thats fine. But keep you're shitty opinions to yourself. It's not entirely easy to do what Tom does, it's a great effort by him, and it sounds amazing. You need an open mind, a good set of headphones and you're set. To keep it simple, AVA is the shit.
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RobertPJun 8, 2006great record.
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ShaneFJun 6, 2006
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JonSJun 5, 20061 word 'Brilliant!'
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MichealSJun 5, 2006Very good album definately grabs your heart the first time you here it and anyone who thinks otherwise has no variety in music.
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TobyJun 5, 2006Great, consistant album, Toms voice is amazing
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ChrisAJun 4, 2006
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TomCJun 2, 2006It's an alright listen. If you liked the slower material on Blinks last album, then it's worth checking out. All in all though, it gets boring quickly.
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AnnMJun 2, 2006Delonge's vocals is best. It is very space & beautiful music. I can dream in this music space. This is my
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TuomasKJun 1, 2006Easily best music that has come within few years. Its too bad they never tour in Finland, so ill never have chance to see AVA ever in my life :( Their music is very good and reminds all that there can be a better tomorrow ahead.
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DJPHONETICMay 31, 2006Every Album has flaws, and so does this but who gives a fuck. OK COMPUTER had flaws. But this is a beautiful album. It's songs shimmer with hope and love. I would be overjoyed to write something as powerful as this.
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ShawnBMay 29, 2006Wow. I really enjoyed so much that I went and saw the concert in Chicago @ the Vic. Both I can tell you are nothing less than SPECTACULAR!!
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DavidNMay 29, 2006i dont see anything wrong with the album.. ok i admit it its not an actual music revolution but it does sound good so dont bag it out. Its like the best music ive ever heard in ages.
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DanMMay 28, 2006Truly a great album. Gets better tho more you listen to it.
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SeanTMay 28, 2006this cd is amazing and passionate and i wish that mark was there to back tom's vocals. Adam Willard did a good job but i still would have rather had travis
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JDMay 27, 2006If you like Blink 182's last album, you should like this. This may not be the best record in the last two decades, but it does deserve at least a listen. I liked most of the songs, although there isn't a lot of variation. If you like the U2-Edge guitar sound, you'll love how this sounds.
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ggMay 27, 2006greatness
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KevinDMay 27, 2006Amazing
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MikeFMay 26, 2006Tom Delonge's vocal talents aren't anything to throw a stick at, but after many many years of Blink 182 devotion it just kinda grows on you...I love Angels and Airwaves because when I listen to this disc it chills me out and gives me the most relaxing 50 minutes ever....to each their own I suppose. Tom Delonge haters do your worst, he's still richer than all of you. :P
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MonicaSMay 26, 2006I think the important things here is that Tom did what he wanted. He's proud of his work - is that too much to ask?
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StephanieHMay 26, 2006
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PaddyMMay 26, 2006This may not be the most artistic album to have come out in the past several years. Music snobs will likely have a problem with this album, but for those to whom the emotional appeal of an album trumps the nuances of the album, this is a must-have. I have not stopped listening to it since a co-worker of mine brought it into the office on the release date.
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DavidLMay 26, 2006Much like Coheed and Cambria, the vocals will take some getting used to. But eventually you'll discover that this is a very worthwhile album and should find a place in anybody's collection.
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jonmMay 26, 2006best thing delonge as done in his career
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bobrobertsMay 26, 2006this cd rocks my socks off lierally
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SandroDMay 25, 2006Holy shit AvA,Blink,and BCR kick ass!!!!!BYE BITCHES
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jtMay 25, 2006unreal!
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seanaMay 25, 2006one of the best albums i have ever heard in my life!
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BennettPMay 25, 2006None of these people understand Tom Delonge...
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NathanPMay 25, 2006Excellent album. Truly uplifting and awesome experience!
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SteveNMay 25, 2006Great CD
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[Anonymous]May 25, 2006best album ever
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junaidaMay 25, 2006Amazing album.
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Awards & Rankings
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BlenderThe resulting batch of songs... just pad out the duller bits of blink, then add walls of mid-'80s-era U2 guitar chimes. [Jun 2006, p.136]
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Entertainment WeeklyIf only DeLonge's nasal vocals were more suited to the Robert Smith romanticism of tracks like "It Hurts." [26 May 2006, p.107]
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Many of Angel's midtempo tracks, while well-intentioned, fail to reach the lofty heights to which they aspire.