Pompeii
by Cate Le Bon
Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. The Guardian
    Feb 1, 2022
    60
    Pompeii is noticeably more subdued than much of her earlier work. Where once there was a playfulness in the arrangements, the slow and austere songs here sound as if they’re carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders.

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#98 Most Discussed Album of 2022

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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. earthintruder
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    She really outdid herself on this one, personally this is now my favorite record from her followed by reward.
    Fav songs: Moderation,    She really outdid herself on this one, personally this is now my favorite record from her followed by reward.
    Fav songs: Moderation, Remmembering me, Harbour    … Full Review »
  2. Fuerstenberg
    Mar 12, 2022
    7
    Cate Le Bon's sixth studio album "Pompeii" is a melodic journey into the unknown with soothing sounds of saxophone and synths. TheCate Le Bon's sixth studio album "Pompeii" is a melodic journey into the unknown with soothing sounds of saxophone and synths. The self-produced album shines as a Gesamtkunstwerk rather than highlighting individual songs.

    "Pompeii" is a melange of art pop and rock as well as Le Bon's familiar indie sound. Overall, the music is very elaborate and subdued, making you wish for more punch at times. All around, a solid album from the Welsh artist with that certain nostalgic touch.

    My favorites:
    "Moderation"
    "French Boys"
    "Dirt on the Bed"

    ~ Fürstenberg
    March 12, 2022    … Full Review »
  3. All_ButTrU4
    Feb 27, 2022
    7
    her most restrained and moody piece so far which feels like a promising step in another direction. ''Pompeii' is cate le bon take on the 80'sher most restrained and moody piece so far which feels like a promising step in another direction. ''Pompeii' is cate le bon take on the 80's and it is a refreshing listen. it's not s unpredictable and thrilling as 2019's ''reward'' but it's still a satisfying follow up, bound to be an overlooked gem. the production feels reminiscent of blood oranges dev hyns whilst still keeping her idiosyncratic warble.… Full Review »
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