The Slow Rush
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  • Summary: The fourth full-length studio release for Kevin Parker's project was recorded in Los Angeles and Australia.
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Glimmer
It's like oh bass cool You know how I make the bass better? Crank the bass up yeah! You know how I make the kick drum better? Crank the bass up And... See the rest of the song lyrics
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Variety
    Feb 27, 2020
    90
    “The Slow Rush” is arguably Parker’s most fully realized and satisfying effort to date.
  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    Feb 10, 2020
    80
    This is a 57-minute flex of every musical muscle in Parker’s body. Crunchy guitars are largely absent, but we’re left with something far more intriguing – a pop record bearing masterful electronic strokes.
  3. Mojo
    Feb 10, 2020
    80
    The Slow Rush proves the rewards of taking time; Kevin Parker is an artist worthy of yours. [Mar 2020, p.90]
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  4. The Independent (UK)
    Feb 14, 2020
    80
    This fourth LP polishes that dancier sound into his slickest dancefloor-ready music yet.
  5. No Ripcord
    Feb 19, 2020
    80
    At 58 minutes, it does run a little long—and I probably would’ve cut songs like On Track or the two-minute flatliner Glimmer. But every time I’ve started this album since it clicked with me, I’ve finished it. Isn’t that the most you can ask of any record?
  6. Consequence
    Feb 20, 2020
    75
    Five years removed from Currents, The Slow Rush plays as though no time has passed at all.
  7. The Quietus
    Feb 24, 2020
    40
    For those that need a bit of background music The Slow Rush is a competent record, but it’s impossible to actively listen to it for a prolonged period of time without despairing. At least now that this is out, there probably won’t be another one for a few years.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 99
  3. Negative: 3 out of 99
  1. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don'tHello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10    … Expand
  2. Spenga
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    At first i gave this album a 7-8. But this album will grow on you the more you listen and as you dive into the lyrics. I really enjoy thisAt first i gave this album a 7-8. But this album will grow on you the more you listen and as you dive into the lyrics. I really enjoy this album every time i listen to it.… Expand
  4. leilanibarbee
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    This album is an absolute masterpiece. Kevin Parker is a genius. He reimagined himself and his sound so perfectly.
  5. demianup
    Feb 14, 2020
    9
    Such an amazing album. So deep and cohesive. Love it. It's full of emotions.
  6. carrsean
    Feb 16, 2020
    8
    Doesn't have highs like Currents ( The Less I Know The Better) or Lonerism (Elephant), but it is relatively consistent in how good it isDoesn't have highs like Currents ( The Less I Know The Better) or Lonerism (Elephant), but it is relatively consistent in how good it is (until the end). Album is a bit clunky and doesn't flow as well as previous Tame Impala album. It might not be as ambitious as the two albums that came before, but it is a fun record. Good job

    HIGHLIGHTS: Breathe Deeper, Borderline (reworked), One More Hour, Is It True, Lost In Yesterday, It Might Be Time, Instant Destiny    … Expand
  7. NSegura
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    De Tame Impala se espera algo nuevo ,pero que contenga lo mejor de ellos. Algo así como "Dame más de eso, pero en una forma nueva". Este álbumDe Tame Impala se espera algo nuevo ,pero que contenga lo mejor de ellos. Algo así como "Dame más de eso, pero en una forma nueva". Este álbum cumple con eso. No supre a Currents, pero está muy cerca. Las letras son más maduras, en especial la última canción.… Expand
  8. Eldudereno
    Nov 18, 2020
    0
    Kevin "Minor Genius" Parker has invented a new genre on this album, though I haven't quite decided whether to call it psych-prog soulfunk orKevin "Minor Genius" Parker has invented a new genre on this album, though I haven't quite decided whether to call it psych-prog soulfunk or funkprog psych-soul.

    Music to dance and think to? Been done before. Godd Rundgren meets Prince in the lost city of Atlantis? That'll do.    … Expand

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