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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

  • Summary: The second full-length release for the Spanish indie rock band was was co-produced with Gordon Raphael.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 17
  2. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Apr 13, 2018
    90
    Hinds are here to have fun, whether you like it or not. They may not push past boundaries they are comfortable with, but they have identified the qualities that make them special--carving out their own niche in the modern music spectrum of loveable lo-fi embedded with off-kilter charm.
  2. Apr 6, 2018
    80
    Its follow-up shows a more skilful outfit--it’s unmistakably Hinds, but souped up and more dynamic.
  3. Cheery yet punk-as-fuck attitude is studded through their rattling second LP.
  4. 80
    I Don’t Run essentially continues where Leave Me Alone left off. The production values remain determinedly lo-fi, the playing still no-frills, the songs rarely rising above the ramshackle.
  5. Apr 12, 2018
    75
    I Don’t Run can be misread as an album of fun alternative rock songs, but under the surface, it is so much more. Every instrument feels perfectly in place to create a wide range of songs. Varying emotions and a distinctly more mature Hinds.
  6. Apr 6, 2018
    70
    I Don’t Run advances Hinds’ endearing charm and esprit de corps, which in turn makes this another totally enjoyable listen.
  7. Apr 2, 2018
    55
    I Don't Run isn't a bad record, or a regression, nor is it the continued ascent the band had hinted at. Instead, it's a meandering detour through chill, lo-fi, and sometimes flat songs.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Apr 15, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Another success from this Spanish girls! Hinds have improved their style of music than the first album, every song is a cool story with the company of the voice of Carlotta and Ana, making a unique each one of the songs. This is a fantastic album for having fun and listen to good indie rock songs. Personal favorites includes: "The Club" "New For You" "Tester" "Finally Floating" "Soberland" "Echoing My Name" Expand
  2. Apr 10, 2018
    8
    Hinds have created an album seemingly more polished than the first album, but without losing any of the fun. This is the album where HindsHinds have created an album seemingly more polished than the first album, but without losing any of the fun. This is the album where Hinds have truly blossomed, letting their personalities shine through, all the while making fantastic summer-y music. Personal favorites include "The Club", "Finally Floating", "Linda", "Soberland", and "Tester". Expand
  3. May 13, 2018
    7
    There aren't as many songs that stick in the mind compared to their 2016 release 'Leave Me Alone', but the girls in Hinds still managed toThere aren't as many songs that stick in the mind compared to their 2016 release 'Leave Me Alone', but the girls in Hinds still managed to create an energetic and youthful album about the highs and lows of being in love. Expand
  4. Aug 30, 2018
    5
    "New For You" is a catchy track but sadly it's the only track that sticks with you from listening to the whole album. I think they grew as"New For You" is a catchy track but sadly it's the only track that sticks with you from listening to the whole album. I think they grew as artists on the record but it's not a record I'll be putting on repeat. I love their energy but wish the song writing and playing could be stronger. Expand