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Kingdoms in Colour
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

  • Summary: The second full-length release for the British electronic duo of Chris Davids and Liam Ivory features a guest appearance from Khruangbin and Holly Walker.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Q Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    80
    Kingdoms In Colour maintains its atmosphere mainly through its use of hypnotic rhythms and light, primary colour trippiness. It could well be the perfect end-of-summer soundtrack. [Oct 2018, p.112]
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  2. AllMusic
    Sep 6, 2018
    80
    A major step up from their earlier material, Kingdoms in Colour is where Maribou State truly come into their own.
  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    Sep 5, 2018
    80
    Take a deep breath, lay back and soak in the technicolour empire Maribou State have crafted on this album--you’ll feel at one with our world for it.
  4. Exclaim
    Sep 5, 2018
    80
    Maribou State's new LP delivers a musical mosaic that stays true to the roots of downtempo, while exploring new ground through diverse influences and styles.
  5. The Line of Best Fit
    Sep 6, 2018
    70
    Kingdoms In Colour is an album that lingers with you even once it has finished; leaving an afterglow of warmth on everyone it touches.
  6. Mojo
    Sep 5, 2018
    60
    Kingdoms In Colour is a bright, pan-global musical jaunt delivered as a glitter cannon explosion. [Oct 2018, p.87]
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  1. fadrian07
    Feb 12, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums I've ever come across (ofc for me personally). It's full of amazing melodies, and despite the stylistic consistency ofOne of the best albums I've ever come across (ofc for me personally). It's full of amazing melodies, and despite the stylistic consistency of the songs, there's something new in each one. When you feel like you've just heard the best track from the album, there comes the next one and makes you rethink your previous feeling. I am emphasizing FEELING, because it's all about feeling. So I have to say I am still in love with it after almost a year of listening.… Expand
  2. aukalender
    Jul 11, 2019
    8
    I really enjoy Maribou State. Their music never disappoints. The soft, deep, flowing instrumentals are a trademark. Kingdoms in Colour is aI really enjoy Maribou State. Their music never disappoints. The soft, deep, flowing instrumentals are a trademark. Kingdoms in Colour is a continuation of this style and is a satisfying, calm album. It really is colourful.… Expand

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