Earth
by EOB
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Apr 17, 2020
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Exclaim
    Apr 20, 2020
    80
    Moving, emotional and richly textured, Earth is an impressive solo debut from O'Brien, and delivers one of this year's more fully-formed albums.
  2. musicOMH.com
    Apr 16, 2020
    80
    It’s been well worth the wait. It’ll probably a while yet before his main band are back in action, so in the meantime, Earth should fill that gap.
  3. Clash Music
    Apr 16, 2020
    80
    It’s when EOB dares to experiment that 'Earth' really lifts off. The erratic, rumbling distortion of 'Mass' is as eerie as the thought of space itself, where his sounds tell a greater story than words ever could.
  5. New Musical Express (NME)
    Apr 15, 2020
    80
    O’Brien’s personality shines through, and it’s a pleasure to get to know him. It’s tempting to conclude he’s Radiohead’s secret weapon.
  6. Mojo
    Apr 14, 2020
    80
    A very fine, if long-gestated, debut. [May 2020, p.93]
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  7. Q Magazine
    Apr 14, 2020
    80
    Well worth the wait. [Jun 2020, p.105]
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  8. Sputnikmusic
    Jul 14, 2020
    70
    As it stands, Earth is a subtle and enjoyable little singer/songwriter album that highlights Ed O’Brien’s songwriting prowess.
  9. Rolling Stone
    Apr 15, 2020
    70
    Much of Earth is laidback and peaceful, centered around the cerebral “Brasil” and “Olympik,” which clock in over eight minutes, tickling the brain with swirling synths and dreamy lines about love and perfection.
  10. Uncut
    Apr 14, 2020
    70
    Maybe Earth isn't packed with abstract intricacies to pore over like most of the other records he's been involved with, but it is fundamentally honest to its creator. [May 2020, p.24]
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User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 28 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Lajaleaa
    Jun 13, 2020
    8
    ( 81/100 )

    EOB es Ed O'Brien, sí, el guitarrista de Radiohead, que nos presenta su primer álbum como solista que realmente es más decente    ( 81/100 )

    EOB es Ed O'Brien, sí, el guitarrista de Radiohead, que nos presenta su primer álbum como solista que realmente es más decente de lo que se podría pensar. Hay mucha experimentación y ambientalización en la musica. La mayoría de los tracks tienen una narrativa espacial, algo así como tratar de contar la historia de un lugar. EOB no pierde muestra su propia voz y cantar sobre su propia esencia. Hay un juego de ritmos que viene de lo melódico y solido a lo ambiental y experimental. Por lo tanto el álbum es un suave y, a veces, entretenido navegar a través de espacios vastos e inhóspitos llenos de misterio y emoción. Producido por Flood y Catherine Marks, "Earth" es el soundtrack adecuado para los curiosos, los aventurados y aquellos que encuentran paz en la exploración.
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    EOB is Ed O'Brien, yes, Radiohead's guitarist that presents his first album as a soloist that is more decent than what was thought off. There is a lot of experimentation and Ambient in the music. Most of the tracks have a spatial narrative, like trying to tell the history of a place. EOB shows his own voice and sings about his essence. There is a game of rhythms that comes from the melodic and solid to the ambient and Experimental. Therefore the album is a soft and, sometimes, entertaining sail through vast and bleak places full of mystery and emotion. Produced by Flood and Catherine Marks, "Earth" is the accurate soundtrack to the curious, the adventurous, and those who find peace in the exploration.    … Full Review »
  2. WiseRiley
    Apr 17, 2020
    8
    Great voice, music and atmosphere overall. Chill, cheerful, beautiful and calm songs are just right for self-isolation and home-office work.Great voice, music and atmosphere overall. Chill, cheerful, beautiful and calm songs are just right for self-isolation and home-office work. Thank you Ed!… Full Review »
  3. Jose_Manu
    Nov 3, 2020
    8
    Sorprendentemente bueno, EOB logra no solo separarse un poco de la onda de Radiohead sino también de entregarnos calidad, el álbum está llenoSorprendentemente bueno, EOB logra no solo separarse un poco de la onda de Radiohead sino también de entregarnos calidad, el álbum está lleno de emociones y sentimientos con melodías interesantes, más que recomendado.… Full Review »
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