Escape From Evil
by Lower Dens
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
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  1. Custom_Concerns
    Jun 10, 2015
    7
    Though the songwriting is sometimes lacking in dynamic diversity, Escape from Evil is a well-rounded album that recreates nostalgic 80's alternative sounds with a modern twist. If you are a fan of dream pop (or Beach House) and you want something distinctly above average, be sure to give Lower Den's latest release a listen.

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. No Ripcord
    Apr 23, 2015
    80
    Look past the pastel surface-level familiarity of Escape From Evil and you’ll find that no matter what tool-kit a band is equipped with, superb songwriting and refined attention to detail and aesthetics always prevail.
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  2. Drowned In Sound
    Apr 20, 2015
    70
    Escape from Evil might not change the world (unless you live for slightly off-kilter Eighties-style pop records, in which case, you should be thanking Lower Dens immensely), but it is all the more impressive because of its unexpected accessibility.
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  3. Magnet
    Apr 15, 2015
    75
    Hunter applies her vampiest vocals yet, and it's a natural match. [No. 119, p.59]
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