Charmer
by Tigers Jaw
Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. PopMatters
    Jun 13, 2014
    80
    Armed with an urgent edge that arrives with fuzzy guitars, an indie softness that ebbs and flows across the album’s entire runtime, and the succinct moments of lyrical genius and vulnerability Tigers Jaw have always delivered, Charmer is 2014’s best emo record so far.
  2. Pitchfork
    Jun 13, 2014
    71
    Though it’s laced with "Twin Peaks" references, Charmer ends up sounding more influenced by another example of uber-90s television--the one where people stop being polite and start getting real.
  3. Alternative Press
    Jun 13, 2014
    70
    It starts off strong... While the slow chug of "Divide" and the somewhat MOR jangle of "Teen Rocket" might have worked better as B-sides, they get it spot-on with "Wnat Would You Do." [Jul 2014, p.102]
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  5. Exclaim
    Jun 13, 2014
    70
    There's casual grace in the band's winding and ultimately engrossing vibe and most of the earworms on the record stick like glue.
  6. AllMusic
    Jul 21, 2014
    60
    Musically, Charmer is a more polished and pop-oriented album than most of Tigers Jaw's previous work, but the core of their melodic style has changed little, and the moody urgency of the lyrics is as strong as ever.

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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. MorganDavies
    Jul 29, 2015
    10
    A downbeat effort from the usually explosive emo punk band didn't sit right with me at first, but as I listened on, they really showed thatA downbeat effort from the usually explosive emo punk band didn't sit right with me at first, but as I listened on, they really showed that they can be serious and took a step away from their teenage angst ridden lyrics to transform into something more beautiful. Although it's a step down from their self-titled album, it hints at a maturation of the band that doesn't come off as a desperate attempt to change. Also, the whole album is worth the listen for the Smiths' inspired album closer 'What Would You Do' and it lets listeners relax as it shows they've still got more tricks up their sleeve.… Full Review »
  2. 8bitParadox
    Jun 15, 2014
    7
    The long awaited LP from Tigers Jaw has finally arrived. It wasn't as mind blowing as I hoped it would be. It was still great, and Tigers JawThe long awaited LP from Tigers Jaw has finally arrived. It wasn't as mind blowing as I hoped it would be. It was still great, and Tigers Jaw is still an amazing band. After their spectacular self-titled album, I think the hype for this album was very high, I think that is why I'm not as impressed. This album is a lot more chill and laid back then their previous stuff. They moved more away from the pop punk vibe to a indie rock vibe, which I enjoy in portions. I believe Tigers Jaw has done well, especially with only 2 members at the moment. I am excited to see what they do next.… Full Review »
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