Reborn
by Kavinsky
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. ubcool
    Apr 28, 2022
    5
    Sounds more like B-sides to the original Outrun which is bit ironic considering its called Reborn. There are a couple of ok tracks but just its all too bland and samey. Nothing as memorable as in OUTRUN
  2. ConraDargo
    Mar 30, 2022
    9
    Quite amazing, actually nothing short of amazing. Such a high quality album, that truly is what it says, after so many years of silence. Would've scored this album 10/10 if it wasn't for Zombie and Outsider being slightly on the weaker side in my opinion. My top 5 would be Plasma, Reborn, Zenith, Cameo and Horizon.
  3. Cachwr
    Apr 10, 2022
    9
    Amazing 80s throwback album by the great producer Kavinsky, if you love 80s music you’ll love this album
  4. dr3114
    Apr 21, 2022
    10
    I can't believe how much I like this album. I heard some initial complaints that it was a bit slower and less loud than Outrun. So I expected a little bit of a letdown. But, it is so many years later since the first album and this sound and vibe just feel appropriate. The genre Kavinsky accidentally created, Synthwave, has been a little stagnant so growth and a little change in directionI can't believe how much I like this album. I heard some initial complaints that it was a bit slower and less loud than Outrun. So I expected a little bit of a letdown. But, it is so many years later since the first album and this sound and vibe just feel appropriate. The genre Kavinsky accidentally created, Synthwave, has been a little stagnant so growth and a little change in direction are necessary. Still, a perfect late-night driving album even if you won't crash your Teterosa with Reborn like you would with Outrun. God, I hope he makes another album!… Expand

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Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Uncut
    May 20, 2022
    50
    Vincent Belorgey’s obsession with buffed-up synths and corny lyrics earnestly sung (“Reborn” by Romuald, “Renegade” by Cautious Clay) does pay off, but the air-tight production and endless cascade of saccharine arpeggios – plus a lovesick Sébastien Tellier pining on “Goodbye” – lays on thick the sentimental shtick. [Jul 2022, p.29]
  2. Resident Advisor
    May 9, 2022
    80
    If Outrun was a fast-paced drive that made the city look like an endless stream of light-trails, Reborn is a beautiful retro pastiche that intentionally slows down to let you take in just how far you've come.
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  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Mar 29, 2022
    80
    A collection that future-proofs Kavinsky’s curation of high-end production, addictive earworms and cinematic scope.
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