Redemption
by Dawn Richard
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. Mojo
    Nov 22, 2016
    60
    Dawn's Auto-Tuned vocals push it into Major Lazer territory. Yet the best moments are where restraint wins out. [Jan 2017, p.102]
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  2. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Nov 22, 2016
    60
    Many of these songs begin promisingly before losing momentum and settling into turgid grooves. Rather than serving as a platform for D∆WN and Machinedrum to hybridize and expand the pop form, Redemption offers ornate, glittering garments, which constrict as they envelop.

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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. Daniel1986
    Nov 24, 2016
    10
    Dawn continues to show growth and imagination in this new album. Even the interludes are worth listening. It's incredible how she, without aDawn continues to show growth and imagination in this new album. Even the interludes are worth listening. It's incredible how she, without a label, can offer a body of work with such quality. I can't stop listening and if you have Goldenheart and Blackheart it's amazing how the three album are different but connected at the same time.… Full Review »
  2. joethealien
    Nov 28, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. after the absolutely brilliant Goldenheart and the occasionally lethargic yet beautiful Blackheart, Dawn brings us her fiercest effort yet. with the dancefloor sensibilities of her Armor On EP, the lush and complex instrumentations of Goldenheart, and the depth of Blackheart, Redemption is a complete winner. this year's Infrared EP was just a taste of what was to come in this fantastical closer of this trilogy. favorites for me are: the unbelievably funky psych-art pop masterwork which is LA (which includes the most triumphant by Trombone Shorty), the Prince referencing art rock heavy jam Hey Nikki, and the powerful house track Love Under Lights (which continues where Gleaux left off!!!!!)
    I highly recommend this album to everyone    … Full Review »
  3. scb47
    Feb 25, 2017
    9
    Dawn Richard proves herself to be a creative and talented artist in her latest album, "Redemption." She constantly experiments with new soundsDawn Richard proves herself to be a creative and talented artist in her latest album, "Redemption." She constantly experiments with new sounds and concepts, and each track is a pleasure to listen to. Hers is an exciting, fresh voice that needs to be heard.… Full Review »
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