Kin
by Iamamiwhoami
Metascore
74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. Uncut
    Dec 5, 2012
    80
    Mostly Kin is a deeply rewarding immersive experience. [Oct 2012, p.81]
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  2. DIY Magazine
    Dec 5, 2012
    80
    Kin is a hypnotic album on its own merit and needs no elaborate campaign to stand out.
  3. AllMusic
    Dec 5, 2012
    80
    Kin shows that there's more than just gimmickry to iamamiwhoami.
  5. musicOMH.com
    Dec 5, 2012
    80
    The only caveat with the music of iamamiwhoami is that there is now a lot of R&B influenced electronic pop music around, increasingly from Scandinavia, and it seems to be the 'go to' sound of left of centre pop music in the middle of 2012. The good news for the duo, however, is that their particular take on it puts them right near the front of a crowded field.
  6. Pitchfork
    Dec 5, 2012
    76
    Kin is not an assertive album, nor is it surprising, but it's as solid an aesthetic as you can expect of two artists mostly new to this genre.
  7. BBC Music
    Dec 5, 2012
    70
    While kin is solidly crafted throughout, there's nothing to justify the lofty artistic conceits surrounding it.
  8. Sputnikmusic
    Dec 5, 2012
    70
    It's a shame that the sequencing and the overall flow isn't quite right, because in all other regards, this is a beautiful album to stick on and just drift away to--this is music of impressive texture and depth.
  9. Consequence
    Dec 5, 2012
    70
    Fans of electronic music take note: iamamiwhoami is a powerhouse, and they have the songs (and videos) to prove it.
  10. Mojo
    Dec 5, 2012
    60
    Their peppy, sensual synth-pop has merit. [Oct 2012, p.95]
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  11. Q Magazine
    Dec 5, 2012
    60
    It's a highly evolved, sometimes claustrophobic take on warm but angular Scandi-pop. [Oct 2012, p.103]
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 71 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 71
  3. Negative: 6 out of 71
  1. Nanga
    Jul 3, 2013
    10
    Undoubtedly one of the best (if not the best) electronic/alternative projects that came to light in 2012, it's full of curiosity both theUndoubtedly one of the best (if not the best) electronic/alternative projects that came to light in 2012, it's full of curiosity both the music and visuals of the album.… Full Review »
  2. philosophorse
    May 7, 2014
    10
    Are you asking me if this was good? If you plan to ask such an obvious question, then don't. I don't need it in my life, because I haveAre you asking me if this was good? If you plan to ask such an obvious question, then don't. I don't need it in my life, because I have iamamiwhoami. Simplicity itself.… Full Review »
  3. danielsons
    Nov 27, 2017
    10
    This album is perfect! A F**KING MASTERPIECE
    Of all her projects this one is by far my favorite
    Sever, Idle Talk and Kill are the best    This album is perfect! A F**KING MASTERPIECE
    Of all her projects this one is by far my favorite
    Sever, Idle Talk and Kill are the best tracks for me, but a love the entire album    … Full Review »
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