Two Vines
by Empire of the Sun
Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. DIY Magazine
    Nov 1, 2016
    80
    On their third LP, Two Vines, the band continues to make glossy retro-futurist pop, creating a world of synthesizers and keyboards that feels both primeval and modern at once.
  2. The Observer (UK)
    Oct 31, 2016
    80
    Yes, it’s over-AutoTuned, and the ballads are still rubbish. But this somehow smooshes Cut Copy, ELO and Daft Punk into a honeyed mess that leaves you licking the bowl and twitching for more.
  3. AllMusic
    Oct 27, 2016
    80
    Two Vines may not be the group's masterpiece, but it is their most consistent album yet. Their mastery of modern pop sounds, ability to craft melodies that have a timeless quality, and the real connection they provide to people who want their frivolous pop music to have some depth and meaning, is impressive.
  5. Q Magazine
    Oct 26, 2016
    80
    Two Vines is a leap forward for pop's most enchanting odd couple. [Dec 2016, p.102]
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  6. Consequence
    Oct 26, 2016
    75
    The content of Two Vines doesn’t need to truly illustrate that concept to succeed. Empire of the Sun have managed to remain steadfast in the sound they’ve carved out for themselves since day one, which can be a challenge for a band that has pushed as big and wide as these two have.
  7. Mixmag
    Dec 2, 2016
    70
    There remains something unknowable about them; their presence is always somewhat enigmatic, served only by the gilded sheen of their music which remains ornate but, crucially, as approachable as ever.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 28 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 28
  3. Negative: 4 out of 28
  1. Ripper89
    Nov 1, 2016
    10
    Love every album these guys make, they are always amazing. Not sure why the critics don't agree, somehow all the rap albums get 90 metacriticLove every album these guys make, they are always amazing. Not sure why the critics don't agree, somehow all the rap albums get 90 metacritic scores, but albums that are actually good like this don't.… Full Review »
  2. Crespo
    Jun 27, 2017
    10
    Best album by the duo by far. There's no Need is a killer. Well done guys.
    If you looking for positivity, good music and perfect harmonies,    Best album by the duo by far. There's no Need is a killer. Well done guys.
    If you looking for positivity, good music and perfect harmonies, look no further than this album. It may or not be better than Ice on The Dune, but unlike the latter, Vines will take you on a psychedelic journey of a lifetime.    … Full Review »
  3. chrislights
    Oct 30, 2016
    9
    Hay grupos musicales que saben volver a reinventarse, pero hay algunos grupos que saben como seguir transmitiendo la misma energía. Desde elHay grupos musicales que saben volver a reinventarse, pero hay algunos grupos que saben como seguir transmitiendo la misma energía. Desde el primer track "Before" hasta "Welcome To My Life " se respira una energía diferente, algo como un sentimiento de verano, alegre, y motivador. Sin dudas, es uno de sus mejores trabajos hasta el momento, refrescando sonidos viejos e interactuando con nuevos. Sin duda, en américa del sur, este álbum va a sonar bastante en radios y dispositivos.… Full Review »
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