Versions of Modern Performance
by Horsegirl
  • Record Label: Matador
  • Release Date: Jun 3, 2022
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82

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
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  1. PopMatters
    Jun 14, 2022
    60
    Sometimes their vocal melodies aren’t particularly strong. Yet those songs seem to be written to have the vocals at their center. Instead, they end up as tracks with really solid rhythmic backing, interesting guitar playing, and a sort of void where the song’s primary focus should be. The good moments here are worth lauding, but the trio could use a few more of them.

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4.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 6 out of 16
  1. Malts18
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    This Chicago trio just rips in their debut album that has a very Sonic Youth meets the Joy Formidable with hint of Radiohead experimentationThis Chicago trio just rips in their debut album that has a very Sonic Youth meets the Joy Formidable with hint of Radiohead experimentation thrown in. Anti-glory and Billy start and end the 12 song effort and this is one of the more enjoyable albums of the year so far. Very, very cool stuff. High marks.… Full Review »
  2. orlas
    Nov 30, 2022
    9
    The album is the type that will have listeners playing “Spot the Influence,” and while the band do wear their many influences on their sleeveThe album is the type that will have listeners playing “Spot the Influence,” and while the band do wear their many influences on their sleeve (indie rock band from the ‘80s and ‘90s). i discover moments where their own identity begins to shine through.… Full Review »
  3. jayman69
    Jul 16, 2022
    9
    A debut from a Chicago trio of women who know how to play their instruments well, and with a determined focus on setting the world on fire.A debut from a Chicago trio of women who know how to play their instruments well, and with a determined focus on setting the world on fire. Give me more please! Great punk rock, indie, noise rock, whatever Sonic Youth or Pixies comparison you want to throw at them, they are a treat to my ears and can't wait for a second and third album to see further growth to knock my socks off again. Move over CarSeat Headrest.... there is a new indie darling in town. Great tight live show in Vancouver last night! Give this a listen!… Full Review »
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