Echoes
by The Rapture
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 26
  3. Negative: 2 out of 26
  1. AllMusic
    60
    These flashes of greatness don't quite add up to what could have been, but the album as a whole is still quite exceptional.
  2. The Guardian
    60
    Echoes works only when it grasps punk-funk's spirit, rather than its sound.
  3. Splendid
    50
    You say you don't give a shit about lyrics? That's good; most of Echoes' lyrics aren't worth giving a shit about.

Awards & Rankings

87
#87 Most Discussed Album of 2003

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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 35 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 35
  3. Negative: 1 out of 35
  1. SilverMan
    Jun 12, 2012
    9
    A album that no one's expected, but everyone had hope that it would arise. Dance-punk in its roots, with some easygoing songs, but there'sA album that no one's expected, but everyone had hope that it would arise. Dance-punk in its roots, with some easygoing songs, but there's nothing wrong with it.… Full Review »
  2. Vampire25
    Mar 15, 2011
    8
    I thoroughly enjoyed Echoes. The Rapture has a very distinct sound to there music. It sounds fresh and different. The heavy use of cow-bellI thoroughly enjoyed Echoes. The Rapture has a very distinct sound to there music. It sounds fresh and different. The heavy use of cow-bell and some really astonishing bass solos just add to this great album. Every song sounds great especially "Echoes". Easily the standout track on this album. All In All, Echoes is a great album and The Rapture are a really good band. B+… Full Review »
  3. MihaiV
    Aug 17, 2006
    10
    This album is a classic. I love it. I hope they won't dissapoint with their next.
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