Dream Wife
by Dream Wife
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. bigt187
    Jan 29, 2018
    8
    The beautiful face and a modern look only serve as a front for the girls of Dream Wife, behind all we have only a bold and warm Grunge that in fact, represents in a unique way the London scene and is one more of the new names that we should stay of eye. Like Hinds and L. Witch, the group represents an effervescent ascent in a monotonous and static setting proving that a reinvention of theThe beautiful face and a modern look only serve as a front for the girls of Dream Wife, behind all we have only a bold and warm Grunge that in fact, represents in a unique way the London scene and is one more of the new names that we should stay of eye. Like Hinds and L. Witch, the group represents an effervescent ascent in a monotonous and static setting proving that a reinvention of the environment is always welcome and should be encouraged.
    With a brotherhood and ranging from the serene to the aggressive, their debut album the self-titled "Dream Wife" has a very interesting story behind, the band started from a false art project and after realizing that they were really good they left for studio session which resulted in a cohesively worked influenced by Bikini Kill and Sleater-Kinney and to a certain extent by Grimes and Spice Girls, a mixture that worked as we see.
    Punk in the right measure, the album is a journey through the jovial universe of the three members of the group. Charismatic vocals together with an energetic instrumental like the soundtrack of a persecution in a film in contrast with letters that demonstrate real feelings without sounding cliché or emptiness construct an extroverted and accessible work without forgetting the political discourse and to some extent a sensual air that pervades discreetly from beginning to end of the album.
    As a perfect portrait of the new generation of women who do not accept order and who do not take home disgust, Dream Wife emerges victorious as one of the best works of the beginning of the year and certainly one of those that will make part of the playlist having a song suitable for each situation. We can not fail to mention "Somebody" and "Taste" as the best record tracks and songs that deserve to be heard and repeated without restraint.    … Expand
  2. OrenBrown
    Feb 23, 2018
    7
    Really promising new artist, putting some life in to British rock music, which has felt stagnant for a little while. Coming right out the gate with a really strong first track and maintaining a decent level throughout the track-list, the energy and power in this record is really enjoyable. Every song on this album was fun and engaging, but many didn't really surpass this level and didn'tReally promising new artist, putting some life in to British rock music, which has felt stagnant for a little while. Coming right out the gate with a really strong first track and maintaining a decent level throughout the track-list, the energy and power in this record is really enjoyable. Every song on this album was fun and engaging, but many didn't really surpass this level and didn't meet the same heights as tracks like "Let's Make Out." Really good debut overall.… Expand
  3. taylorgc
    Mar 17, 2018
    9
    So. I was racking my head to decide whether to give this album a 9 or a 10. I settled on 9 because giving it a 10 implies perfection and it isn't perfect, but isn't that kind of the point? They aren't trying to be perfect, they are having fun and sending a message at the same time.

    They are reminiscent of bands like the Runaways or early Blondie with smatterings of The Sounds or    So. I was racking my head to decide whether to give this album a 9 or a 10. I settled on 9 because giving it a 10 implies perfection and it isn't perfect, but isn't that kind of the point? They aren't trying to be perfect, they are having fun and sending a message at the same time.

    They are reminiscent of bands like the Runaways or early Blondie with smatterings of The Sounds or Elastica. However, it is important to note that despite the obvious inspirations, they are doing their own thing and it is excellent.    … Expand

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Classic Rock Magazine
    Mar 7, 2018
    80
    Just plain beautiful.
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  2. Under The Radar
    Feb 20, 2018
    75
    It's an album that bodes well for the band, appearing to arrive as a fully formed force in rock 'n' roll.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Feb 8, 2018
    67
    If their debut fails to offer a consistent, forceful message the way their riot grrrl heroes once did, they have at least figured out how to capture some of those predecessors’ energy. For now, Dream Wife leaves you revved up and ready to go with nowhere suggested.
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