The Morning After
by James
  • Record Label: Mercury
  • Release Date: Sep 14, 2010
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Uncut
    60
    Booth's increasingly Morrissey-esque voice has a richer and more expressive timbre these days, even if the band's loose, liquid melodies sometimes lack focus. [Oct 2010, p.97]
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  2. musicOMH.com
    60
    Although The Morning After's mood is distinctly downbeat and does not have the same direct appeal as The Night Before, the songs are often touching and grow more so with each listen.

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User Score
6.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 1 out of 4
  1. alejandro970
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    The short duration of the album is well compensated with songs that look different from what was previously done. Tracks Tell her I said so,The short duration of the album is well compensated with songs that look different from what was previously done. Tracks Tell her I said so, Kaleidoscope, and Lookaway go straight to the heart.… Full Review »
  2. ColourSurround
    Oct 10, 2010
    9
    A lovely record which shows that James will never lose their touch for writing meaningful music. And as with all their previous records, thereA lovely record which shows that James will never lose their touch for writing meaningful music. And as with all their previous records, there are a few tracks on here which are easy to get into and prompt instantaneous sing-along's. Laid this ain't, but it's no worse the wear because of it. Recommended to any James fan, or anyone looking for something with a little more substance than what's oft available on the market today.… Full Review »
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