Blondes
by Blondes
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Drowned In Sound
    Feb 7, 2012
    100
    This is bliss, it's that simple.
  2. No Ripcord
    Feb 13, 2012
    90
    You're probably not going to find another record quite so beautifully produced this year, or quite so warmly inviting, or just quite so full of lovely stuff.
  3. musicOMH.com
    Feb 7, 2012
    90
    If you like your music with the psychedelic layers of The Field and subtle atmospherics of Joy Orbison, Blondes have so much to give.
  5. Q Magazine
    Mar 14, 2012
    80
    Hypnotic electronic grooves. [April 2012, p.90]
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  6. The Quietus
    Feb 14, 2012
    80
    A thoroughly good larksome house record.
  7. Resident Advisor
    Feb 14, 2012
    80
    A singularly impressive work.
  8. New Musical Express (NME)
    Feb 7, 2012
    80
    Poignant package-holiday dance, sun-drunk but urgent with passion.
  9. Pitchfork
    Feb 7, 2012
    75
    Despite retaining a relaxed, lightly psychedelic feel, Blondes' songs are properly functionalist grooves.
  10. Beats Per Minute
    Feb 14, 2012
    74
    Overall, while Blondes' debut album isn't quite as dynamic as the EP, it still serves its purpose as a notable standout from the upstart duo.
  11. Fact Magazine (UK)
    Feb 23, 2012
    70
    The meandering, incidental quality of their music works alternately in their favor and against them.
  12. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Feb 23, 2012
    70
    Music this agreeable and well-produced may not leave the most potent aftertaste, but it still makes for a sweet listen without veering into the saccharine.

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