The Last Broadcast
by Doves
  • Record Label: Heavenly
  • Release Date: Jun 4, 2002
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 47 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 47
  3. Negative: 3 out of 47

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  1. DavidS.
    Jul 12, 2007
    10
    Brilliant album. As was Lost Souls. There Goes The Fear must be one of the most perfectly crafted songs of the last decade. An album to come back to time and again.
  2. BenD.
    May 10, 2002
    6
    Horribly overblown and pompus - much like the overproduced "Be Here Now" by Oasis... avoid!
  3. BenR.
    Aug 20, 2002
    10
    Outstanding, could not fault it in any way, can't understand why this is not sitting proudly at the top of the album charts mind you sales levels rarely matches quality.
  4. LT
    Nov 2, 2003
    10
    absolutely brilliant - I loaned my copy to a friend and I am seriously considering buying another because I don't think I'll see it again otherwise...
  5. OnderO.
    Apr 9, 2008
    10
    This is the best Manchester dark band then joy divisions' lp's.
  6. MacM
    Oct 8, 2002
    10
    Zero competition for album of 2002 so far. Surpasses Lost Souls by a slender mile and is great in every way possible.
  7. AndyW.
    Jul 22, 2002
    10
    This is one of the best produced albums ever. The range of sound and effects is almost magical. I have listened to some tracks countless times but each time I hear something new.
  8. CaitrionaM
    Sep 25, 2002
    9
    I only got to listen to the album 3 times before it got nicked but I still think it surpasses Lost Souls which is a very hard thing to do.....The Pounding is one of those songs that could never get tiresome...I cant wait to buy it again!!!!
  9. harryc
    Oct 26, 2003
    10
    amazing - go buy it now. uplifting melodic tunes.
  10. LawreceP
    Mar 13, 2005
    10
    Even the indie kids will admit this is a masterpiece. "Pounding" is the most amazing song.
  11. Joris
    Mar 26, 2005
    10
    One of the most beautiful and complete albums I ever heard. From the magnificent David Lynch inspired Intro to Pounding to less known gems like The Sulphur Man, all of the songs are so much more than everything on Some Cities.
  12. LaurenO
    Aug 24, 2005
    10
    This is album is class! It has so many different qualities, it can be haunting, happy, relaxing and rocky. It has a song to fit every emotion and can be a very comforting album when you need it, one of my favourite ever albums!
  13. DavidO
    Aug 24, 2005
    10
    A truly magical collection of euphoria, desolation and frantic energy, this is without doubt the best of the Doves three (excellent) albums, and definitely one of the best rock albums of the 1990's. Truly moving on from their Sub Sub background, this album is a remarkable show of confidence that has been so well conceived and executed, one wonders what on earth they were doing in the A truly magical collection of euphoria, desolation and frantic energy, this is without doubt the best of the Doves three (excellent) albums, and definitely one of the best rock albums of the 1990's. Truly moving on from their Sub Sub background, this album is a remarkable show of confidence that has been so well conceived and executed, one wonders what on earth they were doing in the Dance genre for so long (if at all). In what has to be one of the most atmospheric and melodic albums produced in the 1990's, there are no weak tracks present; each song touching upon a different style of the genre, telling its own story, and conveying its own, thoughtfully crafted vibe. To summarise: (as if it was not clear already..) A magnificent and ultimately accomplished piece of musicianship, a lesson as to how Britpop/Rock/Indie should be done. Long may the Doves continue in this rich vein of form.… Expand
  14. GarryK.
    Oct 19, 2007
    10
    In my opinion one of the best albums ever made. There are so many great songs I can't possibly choose a favourite.
  15. [Anonymous]
    May 27, 2002
    10
    this album isn't overproduced like Oasis' be here now. Are you deaf?
  16. DaveL.
    Aug 22, 2002
    10
    Absolutely astounding album....melodies will stick in your head for days.
  17. toddp
    May 28, 2003
    8
    All the indie posturing in the world cannot change the fact that this is a beautiful record.
  18. MatthewS
    May 29, 2003
    10
    Please do yourself the favor of listening to this remarkable album. Though its beauty and majesty may at first elude you (as it did me), give it time and you will realize how essential "The Last Broadcast" is. Truly stunning, and an absolute must have for all lovers of thoughtful, heartfelt, and honest pop-rock (especially the British variety!)
  19. TimE.
    Jan 13, 2005
    9
    A groundbreaking masterpiece! Everything Coldplay should have been.
  20. attaboy
    Dec 15, 2005
    9
    it's been 3 years since the release of this record, and it is just as entrancing and intriguing now.
  21. danb.
    Dec 25, 2005
    9
    everything's these boys touch turns to gold. admittedly, though, the album is top heavy.
  22. Kenny
    Feb 23, 2005
    10
    This is the type of nominal band that only gets better with age... the type of band that is mostly absent from the image laden world of the 21st century.. Every song is a soundscape, to be entrenched within, only to find something new each time..
  23. Ricko
    Nov 29, 2011
    7
    Pretty good overall. This has a few snore moments and a few genius moments. A bit like this band throughout their career in my view. It's worth listening to this album just to hear Pounding. Great track.

Awards & Rankings

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#14 Best Album of 2002
42
#42 Most Discussed Album of 2002

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. CDNow
    90
    One of the most stunning and gorgeous records of this young decade.
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  2. Uncut
    100
    Doves have delivered, with honesty and affection. All other guitar bands this year will seem like a scratchy sideshow. [Jun 2002, p.110]
  3. Magnet
    80
    A damn good sophomore effort. [#54, p.86]
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