Head Above the Water
by Brigid Mae Power
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
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  1. Ricko
    Jan 7, 2021
    7
    Album by album, Brigid Mae Power continues to build on her sound. Her latest effort still focuses on her hypnotic ethereal vocals but backing these up on each song with a fusion of ambitious country and folk in a kind of jazz spirit. In terms of sound there is a similarity in style across the whole album, an element that allows the listener to be immersed in the general atmosphere createdAlbum by album, Brigid Mae Power continues to build on her sound. Her latest effort still focuses on her hypnotic ethereal vocals but backing these up on each song with a fusion of ambitious country and folk in a kind of jazz spirit. In terms of sound there is a similarity in style across the whole album, an element that allows the listener to be immersed in the general atmosphere created by the songs. A fulfilling record from a fascinating artist.… Expand

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82

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. The Quietus
    Aug 28, 2020
    80
    There is a uniformity to the album. It has a pace and atmosphere that all tracks pretty much conform to, which in less skilled hands can be a problem. But here what we have is one of those records where your favourite track changes with each listen. One whose coherence and solidity allow you a little escape form everything, to a different place. A not altogether happy one, but a beautiful one nonetheless.
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  2. musicOMH.com
    Jun 12, 2020
    80
    Not only is Head Above The Water a collection of beautiful deep-psych lullabies of the heart, it’s also a tender reminder of the importance of compassion and support when life gets tough.
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  3. Clash Music
    Jun 8, 2020
    70
    On her third album, the Irish folk singer has created a record shrouded in mysticism and mystery – that carries the listener far away from lockdown life. The star of the show is Power’s vocal.
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