Nothing's Real
by Shura
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. NOW Magazine
    Aug 10, 2016
    60
    Sonically, Nothing's Real is in line with the gliding, easy-listening 80s pop that's back en vogue thanks to Blood Orange, Haim and La Roux.
  2. Q Magazine
    Jul 5, 2016
    60
    Was [Nothing's Real] worth the wait? At points, yes. [Aug 2016, p.117]
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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 83 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 74 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 83
  3. Negative: 5 out of 83
  1. joearya
    Jul 8, 2016
    10
    An absolutely flawless debut, and one of the (if not the) best release of 2016 so far. Listening to a debut album you usually find that theyAn absolutely flawless debut, and one of the (if not the) best release of 2016 so far. Listening to a debut album you usually find that they sound a bit messy, a bit all over the place, but this is not the case with Nothing's Real. Every track stands on it's own as a memorable song, and yet they are all expertly crafted together in a way that makes the album one of the most consistent body of work in year. The transition between the tracks "Kidz 'n' Stuff" and "Indecision" being the best example of this.

    From Shura's 80's sound, and even early-Madonna reminiscent vocals, to her seamless production you can tell her music is beyond her years, and would expect an album of this caliber to come from someone who has a lot more experience within the industry.

    Each of Shura's singles from this album (namely "Touch", "What's It Gonna Be?", "2shy" etc.) have been so standout, that you couldn't imagine any other tracks from the album being quite so good, but you would be wrong. Each song, including her vocal free interludes, are fantastic in their own right and will make any music lover keep playing the album on repeat.

    An absolutely fantastic album, and an extraordinary debut, I cannot wait to see what Shura comes up with next. 10/10.    … Full Review »
  2. krlfrck
    Jul 10, 2016
    9
    Nothing's Real is the rare album that is both cohesive and diverse, emotional and fun, nostalgic and fresh. A pop album of a new caliber,Nothing's Real is the rare album that is both cohesive and diverse, emotional and fun, nostalgic and fresh. A pop album of a new caliber, Shura delivers on every front.… Full Review »
  3. feefis03
    Dec 12, 2016
    9
    One of the most cohesive and original releases of the year, this girl really enlightened something in me I didn't know was there for thisOne of the most cohesive and original releases of the year, this girl really enlightened something in me I didn't know was there for this style of music! I'll have my eyes open for her career from now on, she's just got herself a new loving and dedicated fan.
    Keep doing what you're doing!    … Full Review »
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