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Universal acclaim- based on 138 Ratings
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Positive: 126 out of 138
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Mixed: 6 out of 138
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Negative: 6 out of 138
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Jul 31, 2015
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Jul 13, 2015In a soulful and consistent record, Hozier sings with a certain melancholic tone that in conjunction with the choir and string arrangements make this album an anthem for those who love, suffer and enjoy blues, rock and folk music.
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Jun 15, 2015
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Oct 8, 2014
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Oct 30, 2014This is one of the most wonderful album that I ever hear in my life!!
Hozier knows how to express his feelings, using words so deep and stronger. The Blues, Folk and Soul that he puts on this album is a kind of love and hurt. I'm really impressed.
Best songs: "Take Me To Church", "To Be Alone", "Like Real People Do" and "My Love Will Never Die". -
Oct 12, 2014Though it may not be entirely flawless, Hozier has created what is arguably one of the greatest debut albums in years; a beautiful collection of songs carried by his remarkable lyrical skill and powerful, driving vocals.
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Jan 4, 2016I cannot fault this album. It reaches the darkness inside of you and embraces it. Hozier's voice is powerful and soulful. The lyrics are meaningful, strong and on point. He finds ways to describe the way you feel exactly how you feel it. Wonderfully mature and haunting at times. I can't wait for another album.
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Aug 19, 2023Maybe the best debut album I have ever heard. It grabs you immediately and holds on to you as you travel through the mystical places of Hozier's imagination. Soul, blues, rock, folk and gospel build up on amazing instrumentals and the magic of a unique voice.
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Apr 9, 2021I personally enjoy this album. beautiful melodies, and brilliant songwriting. Now despite this, I do think that there are some misses on this album, and there are some songs that I personally feel don’t need to be there; but still a very well done album.
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Mar 26, 2022Awesome music and lyrics, good rhyme and videos for this awesome album, better than his second album
Awards & Rankings
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Feb 4, 2015This is a brave, weighty and heartfelt debut from a hefty new songwriter. Hozier has arrived.
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Oct 21, 2014His YouTube hit "Take Me to Church" won him a wave of insta-hype, and his debut LP earns it.
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Q MagazineOct 10, 2014It's by no means a classic but there's enough personality to suggest Hozier will be with us for the long haul. [Oct 2014, p.110]