Eric Bachmann
by Eric Bachmann
  • Record Label: Merge
  • Release Date: Mar 25, 2016
User Score
4.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 5 out of 12
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  1. Monsholepala
    Jun 6, 2016
    0
    this album is horrible, not a single good track, it looks like a rough pop-rock, i hope that this man change his musical style, because if he continues to do stuff like this, he'll never be a good musician
  2. Frankkie
    Jun 6, 2016
    1
    i give 1 to this album just because of one reason: i heard worse album than this, but this is surely a bad album, it's full of stupid lyrics where Eric Bachmann plays the blame game without any sense, the track that i found more horrible was "Belong To You", where i stopped the song halfway asking myself "seriously?"
  3. proterospongia
    Mar 30, 2016
    7
    Eric Bachmann's self-titled record, his first solo work in 10 years, is a return to form. This album is filled with nostalgia and contemplative sounds; its lyrics looks like confessional letters that Bachmann's wrote to remember himself of his past. The only problem here is that the record, that begins solid and strong, slowly sinks into itself towards the end, losing part of its appeal.Eric Bachmann's self-titled record, his first solo work in 10 years, is a return to form. This album is filled with nostalgia and contemplative sounds; its lyrics looks like confessional letters that Bachmann's wrote to remember himself of his past. The only problem here is that the record, that begins solid and strong, slowly sinks into itself towards the end, losing part of its appeal.

    Best Tracks: Belong To You, Mercy, Masters of the Deal.    … Expand
  4. harmattan
    Feb 28, 2017
    8
    Terrific album. A much louder and more straightforward effort than the previous self-titled album, incorporating background vocals and much larger instrumental variety (especially on the vocal backing). Despite the divergence, this is patently Eric Bachmann and is eminently listenable. Higher highs and lower lows than the previous album (and Crooked Fingers), but in sum, the high-pointsTerrific album. A much louder and more straightforward effort than the previous self-titled album, incorporating background vocals and much larger instrumental variety (especially on the vocal backing). Despite the divergence, this is patently Eric Bachmann and is eminently listenable. Higher highs and lower lows than the previous album (and Crooked Fingers), but in sum, the high-points are superb and the lows are still enjoyable and reflective.

    "0" and "1" ratings? Seriously guys? Further, you guys might want to put in some study time on grammar, capitalisation and punctuation. I'm pretty sure these reviews were written either by 6-8 year-olds or by non-native English speakers -- if not, God help us.    … Expand

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81

Universal acclaim - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
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  1. Record Collector
    Apr 22, 2016
    80
    These nine largely piano-based songs are sumptuous yet graceful compositions that re-establish Bachmann as a truly exceptional songwriter.
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  2. PopMatters
    Apr 14, 2016
    80
    The album’s melancholiest track leaves carefully reminds his fans of how he continues to master his craft without ever compromising his essence.
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  3. Under The Radar
    Apr 4, 2016
    65
    They are varied, introspective, and primed for repeat listening.
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