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Sep 11, 2015At this point in time, Act IV marks the pinnacle of a storied career for The Dear Hunter, and places them squarely on steady ground with nothing but bright lights on the horizon.
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Sep 9, 2015Act IV: Rebirth in Reprise is yet another masterpiece in its creator’s canon.
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Kerrang!Sep 24, 2015This may be the year's most melodically ambitious release. [26 Sep 2015, p.52]
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Sep 9, 2015With some new explorations entwined, Act IV exhibits all facets of the band's alluring brand (extensive instrumentation, orchestral theatrics and experimental whimsy) in impressive form.
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Sep 9, 2015For all of its many excesses, Act IV basically represents Crescenzo at the height of his powers, and fans will likely eat it up, digest it, regurgitate it, and sidle back up to the table for another helping.
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MagnetSep 22, 2015The Dear Hunter might be better served by working in rein in its vast pretensions. [No. 124, p.53]
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Sep 9, 2015Not a bad album but one that requires a few more listens, personally, to really feel captivated. The band seems to be going through the motions here and it doesn't stick as much.
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Positive: 16 out of 19
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Mixed: 3 out of 19
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Negative: 0 out of 19
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