When It Was Now
by Atlas Genius
Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. Uncut
    Feb 25, 2013
    70
    The performances are ahead of the songwriting at this early stage, but the loping "Trojans," the rip-roaring "Electric" and the Police-like "Centered On You" engagingly introduce Atlas Genius' genetically taut sound. [Mar 2013, p.67]
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  2. AllMusic
    Feb 25, 2013
    70
    When It Was Now is a solid debut that proves Trojans wasn't a fluke.
  3. The Boston Phoenix
    Feb 25, 2013
    63
    It ain't exactly Bill Shakespeare (or Trojans), but it gets the job done.

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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. CurtisClark
    Mar 24, 2013
    9
    This is a solid indie rock album that kept me interested throughout. The album contains plenty of hooks and enough synthesizer to keep meThis is a solid indie rock album that kept me interested throughout. The album contains plenty of hooks and enough synthesizer to keep me grooving through the night. Well done, boys!… Full Review »
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