Morning/Evening
by Four Tet
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
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  1. AllMusic
    Jul 13, 2015
    60
    This isn't among the most substantive Four Tet albums, but it does reward repeated casual listening.
  2. NOW Magazine
    Jul 8, 2015
    60
    The transitions throughout that first track aren't as seamless as you'd expect from Hebden, but they're also what keeps the music from slipping into the background.
  3. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Jul 6, 2015
    50
    Whole sections that might feel accomplished if taken as isolated pieces feel misplaced in the economy of these side-long tracks.

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6.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 2 out of 15
  1. SirNilesIV
    Jul 15, 2015
    8
    Kieran is a great talent; and the fact that he and Burial went to the same school, leads me to believe that they either have the greatestKieran is a great talent; and the fact that he and Burial went to the same school, leads me to believe that they either have the greatest kool-aid in the world or there's something special about the locale that brings those types together. By those types I mean: moody, atmospheric, somewhat-dance, perfect production, DIY, and most certainly British. This album is broken into two tracks that are really just A and B-Side mixes. They both flow nicely and are a fun listen. Four Tet doesn't really break any ground anymore, but that doesn't bother me if he keeps giving us great albums like these and the others previous.… Full Review »
  2. Marcbackman
    Mar 13, 2016
    10
    As an complete ambient piece, I can't fault this. I have used Morning/Evening as background music for the past year, mainly when writing orAs an complete ambient piece, I can't fault this. I have used Morning/Evening as background music for the past year, mainly when writing or doing other tasks. The music is perfect at creating an atmosphere in a room - someone once called this type of music 'Musical Furniture', and they aren't wrong. It moulds itself to whatever activity you are doing without being disruptive, and is repetitive and melodious enough to keep your train-of-thought on track. I hope Kieran continues does this longer-form ambient route in the future.… Full Review »
  3. Eragon20
    Jun 3, 2019
    9
    As someone who grew up with parents who listened to Indian classical music, this is very nostalgic musical experience that hits very close toAs someone who grew up with parents who listened to Indian classical music, this is very nostalgic musical experience that hits very close to home. Severely overlooked.… Full Review »
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