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  • Summary: The debut full-length release for the former Oasis lead singer was produced by Dan Grech-Marguerat and Greg Kurstin.
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Wall Of Glass
You would keep the secrets in ya' You've been keeping paraphernalia, oh I think you know Anyone can walk up to ya' Anynone can see right through your... See the rest of the song lyrics
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. The A.V. Club
    Oct 6, 2017
    83
    For his first solo album, Liam Gallagher goes a long way toward establishing himself apart from brother Noel and the rest of Oasis. His most successful tracks here evoke Nashville rather than Manchester.
  2. AllMusic
    Oct 2, 2017
    80
    Now in his middle age, he's a richer, nuanced singer than he was during Oasis' heyday, yet he's retained his charisma and, unlike his brother, he favors color and fire in his records, elements that not only enhance this fine collection of songs but make this the best post-Oasis album from either Gallagher to date.
  3. The Telegraph (UK)
    Oct 5, 2017
    80
    What gives it freshness and conviction is Liam’s performance.
  4. Paste Magazine
    Oct 5, 2017
    67
    The biggest and most welcome surprise is that As You Were is not only a cohesive, fluid record, but shows that at age 45, “our kid” isn’t ready to go away just yet.
  5. Exclaim
    Oct 10, 2017
    60
    As convincing as Liam Gallagher is when he audaciously boasts that he's "got the Midas touch" early on in the album, As You Were doesn't ever quite turn to gold.
  6. Spin
    Oct 6, 2017
    60
    The final result is an agreeable enough listen.
  7. Drowned In Sound
    Oct 12, 2017
    40
    Subtlety is an early casualty, lyrics and riffs hitting with all the grace and charm of a sledgehammer.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. yass
    Oct 12, 2017
    10
    Liam Gallagher is back. After the mixed feelings about Beady Eye, this album is complete. Mixing rock n roll tunes with beautiful ballads,Liam Gallagher is back. After the mixed feelings about Beady Eye, this album is complete. Mixing rock n roll tunes with beautiful ballads, this is the best music Liam has done since Dig Out Your Soul.
    Personal favourites: Greedy Soul, When I'm in Need, Bold, and the three Bsides whitch could have easily been on the album. Mad fer it    … Expand
  2. Shakermaker
    Oct 12, 2017
    10
    Liam's performance is impeccable. in a world of auto-tune and over production it's refreshing to hear a voice that has its imperfections yetLiam's performance is impeccable. in a world of auto-tune and over production it's refreshing to hear a voice that has its imperfections yet still remarkable. Amateur guitar playing Oasis fans will love this album, because you will want to learn every song. Track 5, "For What Its Worth", is Liam's apology to Noel, which at first spin brought me to tears. Lyrics are heart felt, spilling out the truth of his mistakes and his demons. Thank you for this album Liam.… Expand
  4. tbone747
    Oct 10, 2017
    8
    As a long-time Oasis fan/apologist, this album was exactly what I expected from Liam. Lyrics didn't really take the forefront, but were lessAs a long-time Oasis fan/apologist, this album was exactly what I expected from Liam. Lyrics didn't really take the forefront, but were less cliché ridden than the songs on his previous Beady Eye albums. There was a good mix of slow, ballad-y songs and sneering rock tunes. I still enjoy Noel's High Flying Birds albums more, but this album is a really solid effort from Liam.… Expand
  5. gianamar
    Oct 7, 2017
    8
    Liam Gallagher's solo debut "As You Were" never promised to be anything new, just a return to form of good old rock n roll - and his recordLiam Gallagher's solo debut "As You Were" never promised to be anything new, just a return to form of good old rock n roll - and his record surpasses that aim. LG takes very noticeable influence from later Beatles material, Rolling Stones bangers and post-Beatles John Lennon. Ballads such as "For What It's Worth" could easily have come from one of Lennon's lost weekend albums, evoking memories of "Nobody Loves You (When You're Down and Out)" from Walls and Bridges. The only downside of this album is the apparent over-production in songs such as "Wall Of Glass" and "Greedy Soul", both of which carry a significantly bolder sneer in live, distorted guitar-heavy performances. Overall, a top effort from our kid.… Expand
  6. Methusalah
    Oct 11, 2017
    7
    The first album from a Gallagher I've wanted to listen to more than once since the 90s. I honestly wasn't expecting much, but this is reallyThe first album from a Gallagher I've wanted to listen to more than once since the 90s. I honestly wasn't expecting much, but this is really quite pleasant to listen to.… Expand
  7. CraigM
    Oct 7, 2017
    7
    While Liam fails to truly separate himself from his Oasis routes, he makes up for this by delivering a rocking good, catchy-chorus filledWhile Liam fails to truly separate himself from his Oasis routes, he makes up for this by delivering a rocking good, catchy-chorus filled album that perhaps a little bloated, benefits from a strong vocal presence from the still mad-for it Manchurian. Clearly he doesn't need Noel anymore. Sad for die hard Oasis fans but great for the rest of us who moved on years ago.… Expand
  8. Jujinwoo
    Nov 24, 2017
    2
    His voice back and Live is alright.
    His Songwriting skill is improving day by day.
    For example, All of the songs on this album are much    His voice back and Live is alright.
    His Songwriting skill is improving day by day.
    For example,
    All of the songs on this album are much higher quality than "Little James"
    The first impression was good but too quickly tired of it...
    I do not want to keep listening...    … Expand

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