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Under My Influence
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Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews What's this?

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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 12 Ratings

  • Summary: The second full-length release for the Utah indie-pop band features contributions from Mike Green, Christian Medice Jesse Shatkin, Kyle Shearer, Zach Skelton, and Justin Tranter.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Paste Magazine
    Jul 23, 2020
    86
    This record encapsulates a unit who have perfected their chemistry so much that they are approaching their prime with precision, passion and grace. As the ladies continue to propel forward, it’s important to remember Under My Influence as a bold collection of thoughts and experiences that tap into a generation of women who maybe don’t even know they need it.
  2. The Line of Best Fit
    Jul 23, 2020
    65
    The Aces are reaching for the stars on this release, and the glimmers of what they could be further down the road burn bright. Unfortunately the album is brought back to Earth when their usually precise hooks and focused direction are left behind in favour of lackadaisical experimentation – the candid lyrics manage to cut through, but it's easy to imagine this album being seen as transitionary in hindsight.
  3. Q Magazine
    Jul 23, 2020
    60
    There are also welcome flashes of their own identity. ... At 14 songs, however, that saccharine sheen starts to grate a little. [Aug 2020, p.102]
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  4. Clash Music
    Jul 23, 2020
    50
    ‘Under My Influence’ is a bold undertaking, but, at times, it feels unfinished. While many singles and supplementary songs showcase the band’s talent, much of the record weighs in as forgettable filler sounds that take some time in getting accustomed to.

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  1. jdcha
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    This became my favorite release of the year at first listen, there's not one bad song! New Emotion, Kelly, I Can Break Your Heart Too, LostThis became my favorite release of the year at first listen, there's not one bad song! New Emotion, Kelly, I Can Break Your Heart Too, Lost Angeles and Not Enough are masterpieces. I like this better than their debut, it sounds more mature and well produced. I hope they can find some success, they deserve to be more known!!… Expand
  2. AlbertKitts
    Oct 25, 2020
    10
    Not a single bad song. Amazing production. Personal and true. A real gem from 2020.

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