Cryptograms
by Deerhunter
  • Record Label: Kranky
  • Release Date: Jan 29, 2007
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Uncut
    60
    Live may well be the best place to encounter them. [Feb 2007, p.73]
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  2. PopMatters
    60
    An album as ultimately disappointing as it is initially thrilling.
  3. Spin
    60
    Both sides would be well served by a bit of mingling. [Mar 2007, p.91]
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  5. Magnet
    60
    Cryptograms is a pleasant enough record, but it remains to be seen if Deerhunter can add up to more than the sum of its gear and influences. [#75, p.96]
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Awards & Rankings

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#79 Most Shared Album of 2007

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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 45
  3. Negative: 2 out of 45
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  2. Ricko
    Oct 28, 2014
    6
    If you listen to Deerhunter's back catalogue, you could be forgiven for thinking that Cryptograms came later in their career, in theirIf you listen to Deerhunter's back catalogue, you could be forgiven for thinking that Cryptograms came later in their career, in their experimental period. Unlike most indie rock bands, Deerhunter have gotten more melodic and less experimental as their career has progressed. Cryptograms works best when listened to in its entirety in the one sitting. This allows you to immerse yourself in the record and really get your teeth into it. On the other hand, while I find this the best way to listen to the album, it also highlights the downsides to the record. At times the band simply overindulge with certain ideas resulting in some tracks sounding repetitive and ultimately boring which is something I could never say about the bands best works (which I feel are Microcastle and Halycon Digest). For me, its more a very interesting album rather than a very good album. "Red Ink" is the standout track for me.… Full Review »
  3. micho224
    Oct 23, 2011
    8
    The album takes quite a few listens to sink in. The first half of the album is mostly comprised of instrumental tracks, whereas the secondThe album takes quite a few listens to sink in. The first half of the album is mostly comprised of instrumental tracks, whereas the second half is made up of some nice psychedelic pop. Overall a great album with the stand out track being Spring Hall Convert.… Full Review »
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