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Morning Phase

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8.3
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Label: Capitol
Album Details: The 12th studio release for the singer-songwriter includes contributions from Jason Falkner, Smokey
The 12th studio release for the singer-songwriter includes contributions from Jason Falkner, Smokey Hormel, Roger Joseph Manning Jr., Justin Meldal-Johnsen, and Joey Waronker.
Label: Capitol
Genre(s): Pop/Rock Adult Alternative Pop/Rock Alternative/Indie Rock Alternative Pop/Rock Indie Rock Lo-Fi
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Morning
Woke up this morning, found a love light in the storm Looked up this morning, saw the roses full of thorns Guns are falling, they don't have nowhere...
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(46)
81
Metascore Universal acclaim
42 Positive Ratings 91%
3 Mixed Ratings 6%
1 Negative Ratings 2%
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Mojo
Feb 12, 2014
"It's reassuring that Beck Hansen can still pull an original record as substantive and absorbing as this one out of the hat. [Mar 2014, p.86]"
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musicOMH.com
Feb 18, 2014
"Beck proves once again here that he’s a tremendously versatile artist, capable of excelling throughout the musical spectrum." ... Read full review
80
The 405
Feb 12, 2014
"Morning Phase is a terrific mood piece and a worthy follow-up, even if in spirit only, to Sea Change; it lacks the gripping unease of that album, but replaces it capably with genuine warmth and a sunnier outlook." ... Read full review
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Drowned In Sound
Feb 19, 2014
"It might share some sonic similarities [to Sea Change], but it's an altogether brighter beast, built by an older, wiser soul who seems to have been taking a few years to work out exactly where he wants to be as an artist." ... Read full review
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NOW Magazine
Mar 6, 2014
"There’s an eerie blandness to the mood that is initially off-putting but turns into a surprisingly compelling, subtly evocative combination of sadness and contentedness. " ... Read full review
75
Los Angeles Times
Feb 25, 2014
"True to his transformer's nature, the sequel is better than the original." ... Read full review
30
Tiny Mix Tapes
Feb 24, 2014
"So, largely unimaginative arrangements, flat delivery, a surfeit of vague ecological metaphors that wash like spray on the rocks (you can have that one for free, Mr. Hansen), and a lack of any sense of connection, of need, of reality. " ... Read full review
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(37)
8.3
User Score Universal acclaim
180 Positive Ratings 84%
22 Mixed Ratings 10%
10 Negative Ratings 4%
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dwindleman
Feb 26, 2014
This album really grew on me over the course of a few listens. So much so, that I find that it has become my favorite beck album since seaThis album really grew on me over the course of a few listens. So much so, that I find that it has become my favorite beck album since sea change. I found it more interesting than sea change as well.… Expand
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vicyamusicgreat
Feb 21, 2015
Though the gestation of this album has taken some time, I have emerged beyond my distaste for what might or might not be his Scientology, toThough the gestation of this album has taken some time, I have emerged beyond my distaste for what might or might not be his Scientology, to realize that Beck Hansen has recorded an album of most to almost all of perfection. I have been so thoroughly pleased with Sea Change that any challenger from Beck has had some difficulty for me, mostly with Modern Guilt, which I completely did not get (understand), until I bought another copy having thrown out the first. Though Modern Guilt and Morning Phase may require some study of the lyrics to acquaint oneself with their genius. both are submissions of the highest order, with Morning Phase besting the other by just a hair or two.… Expand
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frankrog29
Apr 24, 2014
Some reviewers have criticized this album for being too one-note. All of the songs are similar in terms of tempo. However, on his albums BeckSome reviewers have criticized this album for being too one-note. All of the songs are similar in terms of tempo. However, on his albums Beck more often than not draws from a variety of different genres / sub-genres and influences, and Morning Phase is no different. Each song differentiates itself in terms of sub-genre and influence from a musical predecessor (notably Nick Drake and Simon & Garfunkel). I find this album to be a more satisfying listening experience than Sea Change because of this variety. In addition, Beck's songwriting is incredibly ingenious (as always). The album's songs are emotionally compelling, lush, poignant, and breathtaking. Even if you didn't completely enjoy Sea Change, give Morning Phase a chance; it's quiet, brooding, emotional psychedelic folk, country, and rock will enthrall and enrapture you.… Expand
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FranValenzuela
Mar 2, 2015
A Collection of music that in the right moment could take you out of this world. The sound of the music and the voice of the singer areA Collection of music that in the right moment could take you out of this world. The sound of the music and the voice of the singer are somehow liberating. It's a wonderful journey through some kind of dream where beck is the pilot.… Expand
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andyn823
Jun 12, 2020
He is so underrated OMG. I feel like more people should listen to this man. This album sounds very fresh and it made me very chill and dreamy.He is so underrated OMG. I feel like more people should listen to this man. This album sounds very fresh and it made me very chill and dreamy. And I can'[t believe that Beck really wrote and produced this album all by himself. Beck is a very talented musician.… Expand
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normankant
Jun 9, 2015
Let's make clear one thing: this album didn't deserved the Grammy for Best Album (neither any of the other records nominated). It is anyway aLet's make clear one thing: this album didn't deserved the Grammy for Best Album (neither any of the other records nominated). It is anyway a good album, full of nice melodies and with some great moments. Nothing special anyway, it deserves just a sufficiency and its main problem is that it's overproduced and still meant to be an intimate and folk record.… Expand
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rockon
Jul 29, 2014
Ho-Hum. Rock and Roll it isn't. The darling of professional music critics and fans of wimpy music. LOSER was the only song he ever did thatHo-Hum. Rock and Roll it isn't. The darling of professional music critics and fans of wimpy music. LOSER was the only song he ever did that I enjoyed. When I listened to his later stuff, it was like taking a sleeping pill. I'm a fan of rock and roll. I don't know what Beck is, but he's definitely not a rocker. If he puts out a good metal album, I'll be impressed. Until then, he's just such a bore. A likable little artsy guy, but for people who love to lie around looking at clouds and falling asleep. I would be willing to bet that heroin addicts love his music. Because they love being put to sleep. But I'll give him credit. He made the sales to allow him to indulge himself in whatever he wants. Which will probably be making boring music for the rest of his life.… Expand
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