Singles
by Future Islands
  • Record Label: 4AD
  • Release Date: Mar 25, 2014
Metascore
82

Universal acclaim - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
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  1. PopMatters
    Apr 8, 2014
    60
    There are good songs here to be sure, but a measure of skepticism shouldn’t just arise from the band’s original fan base.
  2. Clash Music
    Mar 24, 2014
    60
    Herring’s growling vocals prevent proceedings from becoming too gloopy or nostalgic, and make Singles a new-wave treasure.

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#68 Best Album of 2014
95
#95 Most Discussed Album of 2014
83
#83 Most Shared Album of 2014

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  1. adhamhany
    Apr 9, 2014
    10
    This is the best album of the year so far. The music has an 80s feel to it, and I love that. Samuel T. Herring's voice is extraordinary. HeThis is the best album of the year so far. The music has an 80s feel to it, and I love that. Samuel T. Herring's voice is extraordinary. He has great vocal range, going from mere whispers to abrupt cries. This gives life to the lyrics, which are gorgeous in their own right.

    My favorite tracks are: Fall from Grace, Like the Moon, and A Dream of You and Me. But don't misunderstand; the entire album is terrific. Tracks like Seasons (Waiting on You), Spirit, and Doves are also quite beautiful.

    I just knew that this great band has released three previous albums. Definitely checking them out.    … Full Review »
  2. RickFlairbombed
    Mar 26, 2014
    8
    Singles takes a leap forward for Future Islands, albeit in a way that reaches for more widespread appeal. The songs are less slow developingSingles takes a leap forward for Future Islands, albeit in a way that reaches for more widespread appeal. The songs are less slow developing compared to On the Water, which may bring down the replay value on certain tracks like the first two tracks. Samuel Herring's voice is as good as ever, and the production is fantastic. Back in the tall grass may end up being my favorite song of the year, it is incredibly well written and Herring's voice is on point. I was in love with this album on first listen, definitely an album to put on cover to cover, as I find myself really digging 4 or 5 tracks on their own.… Full Review »
  3. straightthrucru
    Mar 26, 2014
    8
    Propelled by their eccentric David Letterman debut, this LP proves to be Future Island's big break. In Evening Air still remains my favoritePropelled by their eccentric David Letterman debut, this LP proves to be Future Island's big break. In Evening Air still remains my favorite of their studio albums but Singles managed to hook me by swapping out the darker tone of previous LPs for more an even more colorful new-wave/synthpop sound. Herring's vocals are still the main appeal, (they are incredible!) as most of the instrumentation is pretty bare-bones. His delivery is less rough, more melodic, and as infectious as ever. This album is a grower and definitely worth your time.… Full Review »
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