Dawn FM
by The Weeknd
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jan 7, 2022
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8.9

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  1. marsri
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Dawn FM is hands down of the best pop albums of this generation. The concept, the transitions, the songs....everything was sooo perfect.
  2. seldereyxxx
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    The Weeknd confirmed his hitmaker status. An incredible vibe album. 10/10 Brilliant
  3. giovvn
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    be an xo and you’ll never get disappointed.
    dawn fm is the weeknd’s highest rated album until now! i’m personally addicted and hallucinated by every song. listening to the album in order is a must of course, the transitions are smooth and pleasing to listen, it changes the entire experience, makes you actually feel like listening to the radio. jim carrey’s participation as the broadcaster    be an xo and you’ll never get disappointed.
    dawn fm is the weeknd’s highest rated album until now! i’m personally addicted and hallucinated by every song. listening to the album in order is a must of course, the transitions are smooth and pleasing to listen, it changes the entire experience, makes you actually feel like listening to the radio. jim carrey’s participation as the broadcaster fits perfectly and he did his role flawlessly.

    just relax and enjoy another hour of commercial music on 103.5 dawn fm.    … Expand
  4. TWPVitina
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Listening to this album felt like a fresh start and it’s definitely different to the other albums I have listened to. Overall I think it’s a cultural reset and a masterpiece, the whole album just comes together and the pieces fit perfectly. Best album of 2022.
  5. Ironviking
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This album grows on you. At first I was like ehhh. Within a day I couldn’t get it out of my head. I kept going back and back discovering new sounds and feelings it gave me. The album is a whole vibe. Brilliant
  6. BIMBAWS
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Heavy synths, theme, lyrics and angelic voice of Thr Weeknd blend together perfectly to create a stunning album, Dawn FM truly is.
  7. SheldonTheGecko
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    I’m a pretty avid listener of The Weeknd. His music always feels deeply introspective and vulnerable while being wrapped in dark tunes that I really enjoy. The difference in Dawn FM is that Abel supercharges his lyrical self-reflection in not a dark but a bright and uplifting tone. This album feels like the culmination of every piece of music he’s ever written into something trulyI’m a pretty avid listener of The Weeknd. His music always feels deeply introspective and vulnerable while being wrapped in dark tunes that I really enjoy. The difference in Dawn FM is that Abel supercharges his lyrical self-reflection in not a dark but a bright and uplifting tone. This album feels like the culmination of every piece of music he’s ever written into something truly era-defining. I agree with the critics—this album cements Abel Tesfaye as a musical legend and one of the greatest artists of this generation.… Expand
  8. cinafouladi
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    its not the weeknd , its the decade
    Abel is flexible in creating music whenever he comes i know its going to be unique and decent
    well done abel , and thank you
  9. Karolsb805
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Very good story… every sound is in this album is done on purpose to produce a feeling and you feel that feeling…
  10. Rodeoman
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Super wavey. He’s the god of Synth-Pop / RnB.
    Production is on point. Vocals are clean. One of his best works so far!
  11. denism86
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    "Dawn FM" is one of the best Albums i've heard in the last 20 Years and is Abels Masterpiece out of his last 8 Albums. I love that he worked with OPN , Martin Sandberg, Oscar Holter and Swedish House on this to give it one maintaining sound. It is also the most he has ever experimented with his sound.
    My favorite tracks are: Out of Time, Best Friends, Sacrifice, Take my Breath.
    10 out    "Dawn FM" is one of the best Albums i've heard in the last 20 Years and is Abels Masterpiece out of his last 8 Albums. I love that he worked with OPN , Martin Sandberg, Oscar Holter and Swedish House on this to give it one maintaining sound. It is also the most he has ever experimented with his sound.
    My favorite tracks are: Out of Time, Best Friends, Sacrifice, Take my Breath.

    10 out of 10. XO forever :)    … Expand
  12. LakshKishore
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Amazing! The best Weeknd Album till now. XOTWOD always!!! This is a nightmare for Grammys
  13. Golbez
    Jan 8, 2022
    9
    I do believe he is putting out what the people want and his ability to help us escape is encapsulated on this brilliant capsule that’s only questionable flaw in my opinion is 1-2 songs long but in saying that he made sacrifices here. If you listen very closely there are hidden nods to many artists without saying their name
  14. Noyp
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This felt like an experience, not an album. It wasn’t music, I felt like I was in a musical experience or an escape room idc it felt so powerful. The 70s radio musical concept was brilliant and got me in the vibe with ease. Each song was INCREDIBLE and I had so much fun. Perfect lyrics, perfect production, perfect concept, perfect era, perfect vocals. A full 10/10.… Expand
  15. TONY2407
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    This Album has this classic The Weeknd Vibes from his older songs but also new and fresh ones aswell
  16. PedroBLamonte
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    Stellar production, great cohesive album. Tyler song is probably the worst, it was just a bad fit. All the other songs are great.
  17. Kadeo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best compositions any artist has created, simply the most melodic 51 minutes anyone could experience
  18. JanoH
    Jan 7, 2022
    6
    Priemerný album priemerného interpreta. Texty ešte ujdú, ale po hudobnej stránke je to šedý priemer.
  19. A_xo1979
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album is a masterpiece it's like it will get you dancing in your room . The whole story the concept is fantastic . Abel used his creativity very well. It's giving MJ vibes and 80s pop . The beats synths EDM well shaped and polished . All the producers worked great . This is the album of the year
  20. AbelTesfaye
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Excellent work. Abel created an amazing experience for the listener. This is by far some of his best work and I can’t wait to see him grow and flourish in the upcoming years.
  21. xo_starboy
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    An absolute beauty. Abel has experimented with 80s sound in After Hours, and has mastered it in Dawn FM. Album of the year.
  22. Positionsstan
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is one of his best yet, definitely up there with After Hours. It feels like a sequel to the album we once knew and loved. A 80’s disco pop twist with complex vocals and instrumentals. It got me hooked right at the intro, each song had a distinct sound and different meaning. My favorites are Sacrifice, How Do I Make You Love Me, Out Of Time, and Less Than Zero.… Expand
  23. sammie8_0916
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    I can't stop listening to this album since it dropped. So magnetic, futuristic, yet the synths are so nostalgic too. Well done.
  24. andvoya
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    While experimenting with disco yet futuristic sounds on “Dawn FM,” The Weeknd inserts himself into a sonic realm in which the general public has not heard him in before. The Weeknd maintains maintains a consistent sound for this era marked through a similar instrumental style throughout the tracks on this album, implementing a production consistency similar to that within his previousWhile experimenting with disco yet futuristic sounds on “Dawn FM,” The Weeknd inserts himself into a sonic realm in which the general public has not heard him in before. The Weeknd maintains maintains a consistent sound for this era marked through a similar instrumental style throughout the tracks on this album, implementing a production consistency similar to that within his previous “After Hours” album. The Weeknd has delivered a flawless project with “Dawn FM,” as the rich production, the effortless transitions between songs, his heavenly vocals, and even his lyrics are top tier. The features do not disappoint as well and effectively compliment each respective track that they are a part of.… Expand
  25. pricedaxe2054
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Perfect, it sounds really amazing, there are a lot of memories in this álbum, the producción and vocals are perfect, the weeknd is doing everythingwell
  26. haojiang1117
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album continued the high Q of the weekend.He used a style of synth pop to make this album,It broke the point of view that synth pop is a low music style.As a tempter,the weekend used his sexy voice to catch my heart my body and my mind.And he invited many famous producer such as Max Martin,Calvin Harris、Swedish House Mafia、OPN.And the weekndUse some styles likeThis album continued the high Q of the weekend.He used a style of synth pop to make this album,It broke the point of view that synth pop is a low music style.As a tempter,the weekend used his sexy voice to catch my heart my body and my mind.And he invited many famous producer such as Max Martin,Calvin Harris、Swedish House Mafia、OPN.And the weekndUse some styles like Synth-pop、Dark-Synth、Disco&House、Future Funk,Which are similar to each other.They made this album perfect.… Expand
  27. luanakps
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    me avisaram que teria muita vibe kissland mas nao vi tanto kissland la nao kskkdkdk mas mt bao abel serviu conceito qualidade vocais tudo valeuuu bjs amor ate a prox
  28. Kasparrr96
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Excellent album, an upgrade from the already impression After Hours. Don't sleep on it.
  29. MariaRendeiro
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum está incrível, totalmente inovador e criativo, para além de lembrar muito os anos 70 80 90 e o grande Michael Jackson.
    Adoro o trabalho do Abel. Álbum Mágico.    … Expand
  30. kdkskzuzh17
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    album perfeito. sem defeitos. ainda é uma experiência nova, mas com toda certeza os fãs amaram,
  31. NeoheadReviews
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    This album is like riding to purgatory in a 1955 Chevy manufactured in 2099. This is what it's like to drive by a beach on a cliff when the sun is setting, in music form. 9.5/10
  32. Formerly
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ETHEREAL **** ETHEREAL **** Album ETHEREAL **** ETHEREAL **** ETHEREAL **** ETHEREAL **** AlbumETHEREAL **** Album… Expand
  33. Agustinalo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    I had to listen to this album a couple of times and now I can say that it is actually perfect. I love the concept, the videos, songs are great, vocals too.. I think there will be a couple of hits from Dawn FM. I thought that it was too soon because I'm honestly still into After Hours but Dawn FM is actually pretty great. Can't wait to see more videos.
  34. ionutconstantin
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Already album of the year.I lost myself listening to it and then I found myself again listening more.
  35. Elizeuunder
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    O álbum como um todo é ótimo, o conceito apresentado é simplesmente genial
  36. RodrigoRF
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Isso que é herança musical! A amarração das músicas está perfeita e o álbum é tão bom que passa rápido e nem vemos
  37. BLBL
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album is absolute pop perfection by the current best artist on the planet. Enough said.
  38. apsg55
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Great album. Cohesive and the production was incredible. Album of the year!
  39. marcoborre
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    it's been a day since the album is out and I don't have any word to describe it yet but astonishing.
  40. caramysan
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    The selection of collaborators within this album by The Weeknd, including Jim Carrey, Lil Wayne and Tyler, The Creator, is completely impeccable, including, of course, the instrumentation, vocal and the mixture of the whole project is impeccable. Important to highlight the story told by Abrl throughout the songs and videos, which flow flawlessly.
  41. MetacriticOnur
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    perfect
    [ adjective, noun pur-fikt; verb per-fekt ]

    adjective
    conforming absolutely to the description or definition of an ideal type:
    a perfect sphere;
    a perfect gentleman.
  42. shagocav
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    As always, exceeding our expectations. The lyrical mix and sound of the songs are incredible, the songs make us feel things that the weeknd has been doing often with their albums
  43. EarlyBird13
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    A very cohesive album that comes with a gripping production. Enjoy it with good headphones!
  44. Michele25
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Such a great Album, is too early for say that it will be the album of the year but wow when you listen to it you enter in another dimension, that vocals and beats are of another dimension
  45. matthewmirliani
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    A dark, sparkling, timely masterpiece. The soundtrack of cold nights, lonely cities, deep thoughts. Perfect for an introspective start to a year full of unknowns.
  46. Nicocolas
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Cet album est une vrai réussite du début jusqu'à la fin. J'ai été très agréablement surpris par la totalité des titres, qui sont d'une grande mixité. Encore un projet très réussi pour le jeune canadien. Bravo à lui
  47. Alejandroxotw
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    OMG, The experience is incredible, the album is a work of art, every song is unforgottable, the best album of 2022.
  48. omtz16
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    The essence of the album is phenomenal, it's a great job and I think it's the best to date
  49. Ishankishan
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its thrilling , he sounds completely different the best i have ever heard him.The vibes are just real… Expand
  50. Stefcystic
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After listening to this album multiple times i can safe to say that the album have grown a lot. At first i didn't dig it that much but the same happened with After hours. Recommend everyone that thinks the album is bad, to try and listen to it again and eventually you will love it aswell… Expand
  51. vjx0
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Un álbum líricamente hermoso y muy maduro. Nos encontramos a un Abel que reflexiona todas las cosas buenas y malas por las que ha pasado, pero sin culparse ni autodestruirse como en anteriores trabajos. Las primeras 5 canciones son un acierto brutal para atrapar al oyente. Cuando Jim Carrey narra se siente como si fueras en un velero y te mostrara cada fase de tu propia vida, pasando porUn álbum líricamente hermoso y muy maduro. Nos encontramos a un Abel que reflexiona todas las cosas buenas y malas por las que ha pasado, pero sin culparse ni autodestruirse como en anteriores trabajos. Las primeras 5 canciones son un acierto brutal para atrapar al oyente. Cuando Jim Carrey narra se siente como si fueras en un velero y te mostrara cada fase de tu propia vida, pasando por canciones con las que fácilmente te puedes identificar, para al final librarte de todas tus culpas, perdonarte a ti mismo y aceptar que haz llegado al cielo.
    Para mí el mejor trabajo que ha hecho The Weeknd hasta la fecha, no sé cómo lo hace pero tengo miedo que nunca veamos la mejor versión de él, ya que una tras otra supera todas mis expectativas.    … Expand
  52. LucasGamaLeite
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    The atmosphere on this album is exactly what Abel wanted. I felt the entire time listening to a radio broadcast as my soul wandered through purgatory. This was unlike anything he has ever done, it's just amazing. And as it has become routine to say: HE DID IT AGAIN.

    Dawn FM is easily another 10/10 in The Weeknd's catalog and is definitely up for album of the year.
  53. Alexxo
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    Good symphony, good lyrics, a great 80s vibes and of course, Abel's voice, not much to say, great experience that I've had listening to this album
  54. dritunez
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    A cohesive sonic masterpiece. This is Abel at his peak. All you male artists need to step it up because The Weeknd is solidifying himself as this generation’s king of pop.
  55. LEEKUBRICK
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    DAWN FM by The Weeknd catches the essence of a listener and that is rare of albums nowadays and it feels like you're in this telepathic world that Abel has created to enjoy with and the sound that makes you dance at anytime
  56. INFEDnoX
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    '80s New Wave meets early Quincy Jones meets 2011-era synthpop in a masterclass of modern pop music. What The Weeknd brings to Dawn FM is a singular vision that oozes the sort of confidence only a megastar at the height of his powers could really bring. Strange and smooth and so incredibly fun to listen to. And what more could you ask for in a record like this?
  57. mbeasley6
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    He’s made 80’s music his own. Abel is so versatile, never conceding to one style of music. That’s why he’s the goat.
  58. Lutendo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album is amaziiiiiiiiiing!!!!!
  59. TahmidH
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    He reinvents himself every album and manages to execute it to perfection every album. An artist with the acclaim of The Weeknd could easily reproduce Trilogy or Starboy in various ways and find great success. But this is what separates The Weeknd and marks him a genius. To be able to constantly change up his sound drastically and manage to make an instant classic is quite simply, brilliant.
  60. MEL28
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Un album pure et puissant qui vous fais sentir comme si vous étiez en route pour le paradis /A powerful and pure album that make you feel like you're in your way to heaven
  61. Tonyl31
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece!!! The concept, The storytelling, The transitions, MJ vibes…Abel Tesfaye is a Genius!!!
  62. estefannnyy
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 21st century MJ . Amazing album his voice is so angelic and the concept of it all was unbelievably good… Expand
  63. Aryaaein
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This is going to be the best album of the year. The production was insane and the transitions from song to song is amazing
  64. Kevo03
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Wonderful storytelling and amazing production this album on a whole another level there may not be significant hits like blinding lights but as a whole this album tells you a story and does it so good.I don't even mention Abel's vocals.By the way no one can make a song like blinding lights again even Abel himself
  65. susejzedneser
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow, what can I say?, that's a really really great job for The Weeknd, I just finished listen it and it was so mixed with the sound like the 80's just i loved it.… Expand
  66. allergic2morons
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dawn FM is a perfectly executed experiment. The vast majority of the album is something near Electronic-Hyperpop. It's a completely ethereal experience. Who needs a stairway to heaven, this record will have you flying there...… Expand
  67. Moyassin
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album is perfect for the way it makes you enter a completely isolated universe. Really like the idea of the radio show and found Jim as a great addition. The Weeknd keeps getting better as he grows and I’m all here for it!
  68. Adityaxotwod
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
  69. Sunnwyze
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Com certeza é o álbum mais coeso que ele já fez, nunca decepciona em nada carass
  70. MexMud
    Jan 7, 2022
    5
    Dawn Fm sounds great.. but it's just more of the same and some songs don't even stand out.
    The flow is great but at the same time becomes stale and boring. Expected better since his last album was almost perfect.
  71. ehehhw
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Great continuation from After Hours. Sonically beautiful and poppy with a darker theme embedded. One of The Weeknd’s best work in my opinion!!!!!!!
  72. Serg2425
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Absolutely loved the album, my favorite song had to be Less than zero. The way the song was uplifting and it was apart from the entire album. The whole album was amazing, went from this dark beginning as an introduction and then later became uplifting and upbeat for the rest of the album.
  73. swagxotwod
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    One of my favorite albums. It’s super unique and original. The lyrics have a deep purpose and meaning. You easily can connect to some of the songs. You can tell these came from the heart.
  74. felipemaciell_
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente todo o conjunto de The Dawn prende o ouvinte do início ao fim, incluindo com as narrações e histórias que são contadas, simplesmente uma harmonia praticamente perfeita para um álbum de estúdio. Utilizando de transições harmônicas as quase 1h de música passam que você nem percebe, a sensação de flutuar na própria mente é a que mais fica evidente durante a jornada desse álbum.Simplesmente todo o conjunto de The Dawn prende o ouvinte do início ao fim, incluindo com as narrações e histórias que são contadas, simplesmente uma harmonia praticamente perfeita para um álbum de estúdio. Utilizando de transições harmônicas as quase 1h de música passam que você nem percebe, a sensação de flutuar na própria mente é a que mais fica evidente durante a jornada desse álbum. Simplesmente a melhor obra de The Weeknd na carreira toda, quando era quase inimaginável acontecer uma evolução, Abel vai lá e nos presenteia com isso. Absurdamente perfeito, note 100… Expand
  75. SrDanish
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Espectacular álbum, sonidos tan pegajosos y una lírica espectacular, alcanza las expectativas y la narración hace que se sienta como un álbum bien organizado, sin duda un excelente trabajo.… Expand
  76. bertobellamy
    Jan 7, 2022
    6
    Not bad, but not like his previous effort. Seems a little rushed, and, on first listen, only two songs remained in my head. Things could change during the next listenings; meanwhile, this could be, for me, the most underwhelming The Weeknd release in years.
  77. Ho3ein_lolo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    I love you Abel ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  78. kkMiglol
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    a great 80s pop album that makes us all dance to every song, this album creates a whole new universe of the weeknd, every track is flawless so my score of 10
  79. aaronaxo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Hi! I loved the album. I was excited to see your concert but you canceled them.
  80. PolReig
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Definitely an amazing album by The Weeknd. A full 50 minute experience that makes you feel like you're in a transition to heaven while you're hearing the radio in the 80s.
  81. alonexo
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    its very good album , its different if u say its not good idk u have mental problems.
  82. TheX03
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    La mejor obra de abel (The weeknd) sin duda será uno de los mejores álbum del 2022 y de su carrera, cabe resaltar la mejor canción de su álbum que para mi es Less than zero... Te amo the weeknd
  83. MustafaAlawneh
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Not giving This 10/10 out of blue.
    Music, vocals, lyrics, production, album style like if you’re listening to a radio station on your way to your destination (intensive creativity and ideology) yet one of the most important but thought to be negligible is the transition between songs. Didn’t mention videoclips/movies or series “as i like to call it when it’s from this guy” because they’ll    Not giving This 10/10 out of blue.
    Music, vocals, lyrics, production, album style like if you’re listening to a radio station on your way to your destination (intensive creativity and ideology) yet one of the most important but thought to be negligible is the transition between songs. Didn’t mention videoclips/movies or series “as i like to call it when it’s from this guy” because they’ll be on the way But i can guarantee that they’ll on the same level or higher of AfterHours era.    … Expand
  84. TRUST_MEe
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Open your mind relax and then go have listen … I don’t need to convince you to like it .
  85. yyxev
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    um dos maiores álbuns de TODOS OS TEMPOS, com grandes nomes na produção e nas colaborações. as músicas são muito elegantes, lembrando os clássicos pop dos anos 90. (queria dar um destaque para as transições incríveis desse álbum, que faz ele ficar melhor ainda.)
  86. PiePiper
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    The new era. A new direction. And definitely a project thats spittin faiyyaa
  87. 1dinossauro
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    The Weeknd's fifth album is a work that brings an extremely mature and cosseted narrative. Abel navigates the synth-dark-pop once again and delivers a masterpiece full of emotions and with very captivating lyrics. Unlike After Hours, the album brings a more melancholy narrative, with the character in the afterlife, where he patiently waits for the light to come on (maybe he's inThe Weeknd's fifth album is a work that brings an extremely mature and cosseted narrative. Abel navigates the synth-dark-pop once again and delivers a masterpiece full of emotions and with very captivating lyrics. Unlike After Hours, the album brings a more melancholy narrative, with the character in the afterlife, where he patiently waits for the light to come on (maybe he's in purgatory?) and turns on the radio to pass the time. What the listener doesn't know is that he's stuck in a loop. When it comes to the last song, it makes you navigate directly to the first track on the album, making the character endlessly wait for your neglect. For us, we delight in the repeat of the album, which emerges The Weeknd as the biggest male pop star of this generation, treading a gigantic path to stand side by side with Michel Jackson.… Expand
  88. Mikedej
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    The Weeknd really really just made what he was feeling at this time. He put a lot of thought into this u can tell if you just listen to it from track #1 dawn FM to track #16 phantom regret by Jim.
    The Weeknd just made his art and I personally love the project. It has songs that are going to grow on you songs that you are going to listen to in the middle of your playlist n just gives you    The Weeknd really really just made what he was feeling at this time. He put a lot of thought into this u can tell if you just listen to it from track #1 dawn FM to track #16 phantom regret by Jim.
    The Weeknd just made his art and I personally love the project. It has songs that are going to grow on you songs that you are going to listen to in the middle of your playlist n just gives you that feeling… that “Dawn FM” feel…    … Expand
  89. VictorCanja
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Dawn FM introduces us to a whole new approach of producing a music album. The sonic experience is unic, from the first track till the last one. The Weeknd guides us through a new pathway in his discography and his alter ego evolution , combining 80’s inspired synth beats with his iconic R&B style . In collaboration with Tyler, The Creator, Lil Wayne , Swedish House Mafia and otherDawn FM introduces us to a whole new approach of producing a music album. The sonic experience is unic, from the first track till the last one. The Weeknd guides us through a new pathway in his discography and his alter ego evolution , combining 80’s inspired synth beats with his iconic R&B style . In collaboration with Tyler, The Creator, Lil Wayne , Swedish House Mafia and other notorious celebrities, Abel’s artwork puts in perspective his way out of darkness of After Hours , embracing the fate of unshared love and the hope to find happiness again.… Expand
  90. XONuza
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Top 3 on The Weeknd's best albums definitely.
    Abel did a great job here, I loved the radio concept and the sound of each song is so relaxing and enjoyable for anyone who can listen to it.

    What a life to be XO.
  91. Shrey77
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Been 13 hours since this album released, couldn't sleep the entire night listening to this! Still awake and listening to it!! He did it!! TURN SHUFFLE MODE OFF
  92. rutharuu
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Insano,coeso,imersivo,um dos melhores trabalhos do abel até o presente momento
  93. KssLand
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This album is just amazing, I feel like i'm on 80's. It's a masterpiece by Abel, i'm happy to be part of X'O Crew
  94. xosooyaaa
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    OPN and abel really made experimental pop on this album
    I really loved the introduction of Jim Carrey
  95. All_ButTrU4
    Jan 7, 2022
    5
    Cold, empty and stark come to mind when you see the coverart for the Weeknd's After Hours companion piece. An aesthetic ride through a city pop bliss is curated by Jim Carey's benevolent narration, which drives the concept of life after death,of moving on. Dawn Fm is a dense nostalgic trip that evokes the 80's revival he's pioneered with more focus than the poppier After Hours. Coming soCold, empty and stark come to mind when you see the coverart for the Weeknd's After Hours companion piece. An aesthetic ride through a city pop bliss is curated by Jim Carey's benevolent narration, which drives the concept of life after death,of moving on. Dawn Fm is a dense nostalgic trip that evokes the 80's revival he's pioneered with more focus than the poppier After Hours. Coming so early in the year makes the album feel like a therapeutic new years resolution, preparation for the 3rd year under an unprecedented pandemic. Synths play a ominous role throughout lining songs with hope or dread in equal measure such as the "sacrifice " or "every angel is terrifying " respectively. Dawn fm isn't perfect and i don't think it tries to be but it's length can leave room for boredom where some songs either feel too long (i heard you married or Gasoline ) or unnecessary (best friends) which is an expected result in most heavy handed concept albums. There's something reminiscent to Janelle Monae ArchAndroid series and anachronisms of 80's Micheal Jackson, some song's feeling like fresh takes on Thrillers iconic sound. Oneohtrix Point Never production is stellar and on par with Daft Punk's skill ,it pushes the boundaries of the weeknd's sound whilst referencing his own masterpiece "Garden of Delete ",allowing for so much to discover and appreciate from the album. In short it's not a bad or disappointing record, it's experimental pop that sounds like the future and the past but despite it's quality production I found it's lyrics (apart from Jim Carey's existential narrations) a bit generic and dull which reduced but did not harm my listening experience. Many more listens will invite more concise thoughts but at this moment after 5 listens i feel it's pretty ok and no way near stunning as the concept it attempts to encapsulate.… Expand
  96. bituiz
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    O melhor álbum dos últimos 10 anos. É coeso, tem batidas boas e a voz angelical de Abel e ainda conta com produção e participação de grandes nomes.
  97. charliesenfeld
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    I see myself on a highway listening to this album, at times I feel an outrun vibe.
  98. Ravenaals
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Me sinto dentro de um carro viajando direto para os anos 90, é tão psicodélico e sexy. Danço com os sintetizadores, parece que estou escutando músicas do Michael Jackson, QUE INCRÍVEL!!!
  99. Cellulocer
    Jan 7, 2022
    1
    Dawn FM is flat, the songs all sound the same, Abel sings in the same key the whole time. Maybe it’ll grow on me but it’s kind of boring.

    I’m gunna get trashed for this opinion but i’m not really into this album. It’s got a couple good songs but nothing really blew me away. Most of the songs have that same 80s rhythm that gets real repetitive and bland
  100. JulioQB
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una obra maestra, que te hace sentir eufórico en cada canción, contrario a su predecesor que también tenía un ritmo ochentero pero más oscuro, en este se puede sentir un poco más alegre, que es lo que el mundo necesita actualmente.… Expand
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#14 Best Album of 2022
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#8 Most Discussed Album of 2022

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88

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Resident Advisor
    Jan 24, 2022
    80
    It's invigorating, vulnerable and, at times, uncomfortably raw.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Jan 18, 2022
    80
    Musically, Dawn FM mirrors Tesfaye’s disquiet, its buffed electronic sheen ruptured by moments of discord, as when ballad Starry Eyes teeters on the brink of implosion. It’s a state that Tesfaye seems to relish, with often stunning results.
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  3. HipHopDX
    Jan 14, 2022
    76
    The Canadian megastar avoids the pitfalls of cheap, nostalgia bait by earnestly repurposing and breathing life into deep cuts from a bygone era.
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