Palaces
by Flume
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
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  1. cluuump
    May 21, 2022
    10
    flume has managed to build a path from dance music to the chaos of experimentation and innovation as very few achieve it in such a good way, SOPHIE's influence is very strong in this album
  2. franktortuga
    May 21, 2022
    10
    Flume continues to push the boundaries of electronic music. Palaces is a masterpiece from front to back. With songs like "I Can't Tell", "DHLC" and "Highest Building" going down as instant Flume classics. The singles, especially "Palaces" find their place and sound even better when listening to the album in full.
  3. MusicGuyMack
    Sep 16, 2022
    9
    Flume's undeniable programming wizardry is likely to make one with he'd do away with the superfluous guest vocals and allow his shimmering synths and skittering drum lines to speak for themselves [as the record's best cuts often do], but the DJ's incorporation of grittier, harder-edged dance elements to his usual future bass sound nonetheless ensures that "Palaces" provides plenty ofFlume's undeniable programming wizardry is likely to make one with he'd do away with the superfluous guest vocals and allow his shimmering synths and skittering drum lines to speak for themselves [as the record's best cuts often do], but the DJ's incorporation of grittier, harder-edged dance elements to his usual future bass sound nonetheless ensures that "Palaces" provides plenty of sublime soundbites for EDM fans to sink their teeth into.

    Choice Cuts: "DHLC, "Escape [with Quiet Bison feat. Kucka]," "Get U," "Jasper's Song"    … Expand
  4. spacemanrecords
    May 26, 2022
    9
    Its incredible that Flume can still dazzle with new sounds and strange electronic compositions after all these years. I quite loved the glitchy and unique soundscape provided throughout this project. If there is music that is just truly FUN to listen to this would be it...

    The only song that doesn't agree with my preferences would be ESCAPE, but otherwise I love being swept away by    Its incredible that Flume can still dazzle with new sounds and strange electronic compositions after all these years. I quite loved the glitchy and unique soundscape provided throughout this project. If there is music that is just truly FUN to listen to this would be it...

    The only song that doesn't agree with my preferences would be ESCAPE, but otherwise I love being swept away by these wild arrangements.

    I really appreciate the boundary pushing nature of this project, when flume could probably easily pump out 10 milk toast edm hits just as easy.

    I'm rating this one a 9/10    … Expand
  5. hi-cyou
    May 24, 2022
    7
    This is yet another great piece of art from Flume. What I admired the most about this album is just how immersive the whole project is, where as some songs are quite forgetful they all work harmoniously in creating a world of sound that can only be accessed through Flume's imagination. The songs "Hollow" and "ESCAPE" did strike me as formulaic and underwhelming in the albums track list,This is yet another great piece of art from Flume. What I admired the most about this album is just how immersive the whole project is, where as some songs are quite forgetful they all work harmoniously in creating a world of sound that can only be accessed through Flume's imagination. The songs "Hollow" and "ESCAPE" did strike me as formulaic and underwhelming in the albums track list, they seemed very true to his other albums which for some reason created a contrast and didn't work for me on this one. That being said I have no other complaints or reasons to be unsatisfied by this project. What I consider to be the albums highs are the songs "Jasper's Song" "I cant tell" and "Palaces" I especially found the later half of the project amazing, reaching its peak in cohesiveness ultimately leaving me wanting more of this world Flume has intrinsically created.… Expand
  6. knkmra23
    Oct 8, 2022
    7
    Flume's glitchy experimentation mixed with some formulaic and basic elements makes for a generally fun listening experience.

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Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. AllMusic
    Jun 8, 2022
    70
    Unmistakably influenced by the late SOPHIE, who appeared on Hi This Is Flume, the production has a stretched-out, rubbery-yet-metallic quality, and the songs balance sugary vocal hooks with truly intense beat formations.
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  2. Pitchfork
    May 24, 2022
    65
    With little penchant for bedlam, it’s an album that lacks the exact thing that makes Flume’s music exciting.
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  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    May 20, 2022
    80
    [The] change in pace makes for a welcome modification to the Flume sound, which is elevated by his rich, newfound sonics. Yes, Streten can still soundtrack your night out, but on ‘Palaces’ he’ll also gently bring you back down to Earth when morning comes.
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