Head Over Heels
by Chromeo
  • Record Label: WEA
  • Release Date: Jun 15, 2018
Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. Drowned In Sound
    Jun 18, 2018
    90
    Funk-by-numbers has not yet had an update worth of Sly Stone; but in Head Over Heels, Chromeo have cracked it. They never miss a beat in updating it for 2018.
  2. The Independent (UK)
    Jun 15, 2018
    80
    This is as close to the live iteration of Chromeo that one of their records has ever come.
  3. The A.V. Club
    Jun 15, 2018
    75
    Chromeo specializes in upbeat, retro-embracing synth-funk—but, unlike others in a similar vein, the Canadian duo exists in an area somewhere between a come-hither wink and a seduction parody. On Head Over Heels, the group strikes a perfect balance between these extremes. Credit for this goes to the roster of impressive special guests.
  5. Exclaim
    Jun 18, 2018
    70
    Music this nakedly derivative requires sharp pop instincts to be successful, and tracks like these prove that Chromeo are still able to create magic within their well-worn source material, even if they are retreading old ground.
  6. Consequence
    Jun 18, 2018
    67
    The most dependable dance band of the 21st century continues its consistency streak on Head Over Heels, which contains enough radio-ready rump-shakers to earn a spot in your warm-weather playlist for this summer and a few more to come.

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. zvenero1
    Jun 25, 2018
    10
    The album is great cover to cover. Although White Women had more memorable tracks like "Come Alive" and "Old 45s", Head Over Heels never has aThe album is great cover to cover. Although White Women had more memorable tracks like "Come Alive" and "Old 45s", Head Over Heels never has a dull moment and consistently brings the funk.… Full Review »
  2. jpegfantasy
    Jun 28, 2018
    7
    The first listen led my ears to believe that Chromeo had sold out for a safer, radio-friendly sound. Fortunately, after half a dozen plays,The first listen led my ears to believe that Chromeo had sold out for a safer, radio-friendly sound. Fortunately, after half a dozen plays, i'm hooked! The first two tracks, Must've Been and Don't Sleep, are duds, but once One Track Mind kicks in, the album really starts to shine. This isn't necessarily the duo's strongest songwriting, but the production and funk are on POINT! The last five tracks, especially the Bedroom Calling suite and Slumming It, are pure electro-funk perfection. Being a funk-lover and fellow Canadian, this duo seems to never let me down! I also strongly suggest you catch one of their live shows. "Funk forever, mother*******!"… Full Review »
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