Thin Mind
by Wolf Parade
  • Record Label: Sub Pop
  • Release Date: Jan 24, 2020
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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  1. No Ripcord
    Feb 18, 2020
    60
    The lyrics, like the trio's over-familiar vintage keyboards and melodic guitars, feel mailed in. On the other hand, the middle of Thin Mind hits a refreshing apex, starting with the fourth track, Out of Control.
  2. Q Magazine
    Feb 11, 2020
    60
    A little more thematic variation would be welcome, but there are worse soundtracks to the chaos of the new decade. [Apr 2020, p.114]
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  3. Exclaim
    Jan 27, 2020
    60
    At the expense of sounding more classically "Wolf Parade," the album suffices as a fun listen with some neat nostalgic nods, lopsidedness and all.
  5. Mojo
    Jan 23, 2020
    60
    [Wolf Parade] stand against the day, insisting, "We can begin again." Doing it less with grand declarations than moments of grace. [Mar 2020, p.89]
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  6. Kerrang!
    Jan 23, 2020
    60
    Occasionally, Thin Mind lacks the energy to truly achieve lift off, but maturity has given Wolf Parade room to roam. [11 Jan 2020, p.57]
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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. Wardee
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    Takes a few listens but an absolutely amazing album. Rocks hard. Great lyrics. Most people will not give this album enough spins, they willTakes a few listens but an absolutely amazing album. Rocks hard. Great lyrics. Most people will not give this album enough spins, they will miss out. Makes me believe in music again.… Full Review »
  2. Lajaleaa
    Mar 22, 2020
    8
    ( 81/100 )

    Este un álbum cuyo Rock Alternative es simple y sin contrastes, pero su fuerza reside en la energía que la banda tiene sobre los    ( 81/100 )

    Este un álbum cuyo Rock Alternative es simple y sin contrastes, pero su fuerza reside en la energía que la banda tiene sobre los instrumentos y la trayectoria de la música. Cada track tiene su propia intensidad y su propia sensibilidad, lo cual hace que el viaje sea ameno, interesante, entretenido y nada monótono. Producido por John Goodmanson, Wolf Parade mantiene un lugar fuerte en la cultura Indie gracias a la energía, dinamismo e intelecto musical.
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    This is an album which Alternative-Rock is simple and with no contrasts, but its strength is in the energy that the band has over the instruments and the trajectory of the music. Each track has it's own intensity and sensitivity, which makes the trip to be pleasant, interesting, entertaining and not monotonous at all. Produced by John Goodmanson, Wolf Parade keeps a strong place in the Indie culture thanks to the musical energy, dynamism, and intellect.    … Full Review »
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