Temporary High in the Violet Skies
by Snoh Aalegra
  • Record Label: ARTium
  • Release Date: Jul 9, 2021
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. The Guardian
    Jul 22, 2021
    60
    What makes this more than merely a trip down memory lane is the always-inventive production and Aalegra’s elegant, preternaturally smooth voice, which she uses to chronicle the neglected fringes of minor romantic disappointment. Although catchy choruses haven’t historically been a prerequisite of her chosen style, the widespread absence of memorable melodic hooks does feel notable.

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  1. Positive: 2 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 3
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  1. clem666
    Sep 24, 2021
    7
    First time I witness a mistake in an album title on Metacritic platform: I checked it, it definitely is 'temporary highS' and not 'high'. ThatFirst time I witness a mistake in an album title on Metacritic platform: I checked it, it definitely is 'temporary highS' and not 'high'. That was the catchphrase fun fact.

    Snoh Aalegra keeps going further in her initial original artistic direction with a tracklist full of classic R&B themes. As always she really shines thanks to her bewitching voice and the terrific and eclectic production crafted by many names as Tyler the Creator, No I.D. or Sensei Bueno. Tyler's notable presence was a big surprise as his contribution to this LP is far from minimalist compared to what James Fauntleroy actually proposed. However, it is beneficial to hear male vocals as well, as Snoh's voice sort of reaches a point of sufficiency before the end of the record, despite her 46-minute effort.

    Almost an eight out of ten but as I said the lack of variety in her voice and chanting added to some unoriginal and unattractive addressed themes made me lower the score. It still remains a relly pleasant album to listen to.    … Full Review »
  2. MuddyTuba
    Sep 3, 2021
    8
    Favorite R&B album since CTRL. Her voice is so pleasant and the production is gorgeous.
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