Violet Street
by Local Natives
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 63 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 63
  3. Negative: 5 out of 63
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  1. zvenero1
    Apr 29, 2019
    9
    Lush production, 3 part harmonies at an all time high, and experimentation all over the second half of the record.
  2. musicwizard636
    May 7, 2019
    8
    "Violet Street" is Local Natives' best effort in years and a truly beautiful release.
  3. lechemrc
    Apr 30, 2019
    10
    Local natives, with the help of producer Shawn Everett, manages to capture the best bits of every previous album into Violet street all the while pushing their sound and experimentation forward with a deeply satisfying album that begs to be listened to from front to back.
  4. noequ
    May 17, 2019
    10
    I've been a fan of Local Natives for some years now, and I am more than grateful for this album. Even though I liked the last one, it was not at the level of Gorilla Manor or Hummingbird, but Violet Street totally is, and it makes me so happy.
    The sound is beautiful, the vocals are beautiful, it is a beautiful experience. Some of their best songs are in this project and I recommend it a    I've been a fan of Local Natives for some years now, and I am more than grateful for this album. Even though I liked the last one, it was not at the level of Gorilla Manor or Hummingbird, but Violet Street totally is, and it makes me so happy.
    The sound is beautiful, the vocals are beautiful, it is a beautiful experience. Some of their best songs are in this project and I recommend it a lot for fans and first listeners.    … Expand
  5. bdubz
    May 9, 2019
    8
    Can't get enough of this album. This album is a great stand-alone piece, but if you are a previous fan you will agree they've done an amazing job of evolving their sound and staying true to the things that make them stand out. Gorgeous album and an instant favorite. If you get to see these guys live, I highly recommend it, they are unbelievable in concert. Can't wait to see this tour!
  6. Notconfident
    Aug 18, 2019
    9
    Amazingly emotional, sentimental, and beautiful. I like it much better than their previous album and it makes me want more.
  7. nanananaa
    May 20, 2019
    9
    Love, love, love. If you like their previous work, you'll love this. If you've never heard of them, buckle up. Good stuff.
  8. kstahlke94
    May 29, 2019
    10
    My favorite album of 2019 so far. So much to deconstruct with each listen. Would recommend at least 3 listens to really get a feel for it.
  9. Milionee
    May 29, 2019
    10
    I’ve loved Local Natives for about 4 years and I can easily say this is one of their best works. You can actually feel the energy and love they put into this album, I still get goosebumps listening to “Garden of Elysian” every single time.
  10. srm71186
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Beautiful album by one of the best bands around. Do yourself a favor and check it out. Oh, and go see them live, too!
  11. Feyfoxx
    May 29, 2019
    10
    The album I've looked forward to all year, and it exceeded my expectations. The heavy use of tape machine adds a vintage twist to the already growing sound the band has created. Gulf Shores, Megaton Mile, and When Am I Gonna Lose You are the standout singles, for me.
  12. Peterag9
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Incredible album 1-10. Local Natives do their thing. Local Natives are back!!!
  13. jjonicer
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Local Natives are dear to people's hearts and their music always delivers!!
  14. elnorris95
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Love this album! Can’t pick a favorite good. I’ve been a huge fan of local natives for a while and I think they’ve outdone themselves on this album, they’re songs that are meant to be played live.
  15. Paradosis
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Awesome balance of experimental and pop. Most cohesive album Local Natives has put out to this day.
  16. tgeorge
    May 29, 2019
    10
    They’re best work yet ! Really happy to see that they’ve also expanded their tour! Now all we need is a Cleveland, Ohio show.
  17. leonard69
    May 29, 2019
    10
    this album is very good. i’d highly recommend that you listen to it if you haven’t. thanks.
  18. Kvoelpel
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Unreal band with the best production on their latest album, Violet Street. Matt on the drums is incredible.
  19. Mpieper23
    May 29, 2019
    10
    So, so well produced and put together. Harmonies are better than ever. Love love love.

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Under The Radar
    May 22, 2019
    70
    Despite the occasional moment of stagnation, Violet Street is a commanding collection of songs that strikes at the heart with it's earnest depictions of love in the City of Angels.
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  2. Q Magazine
    May 14, 2019
    60
    Very much an album of two halves. [Jul 2019, p.113]
  3. Pitchfork
    May 3, 2019
    72
    But for all of the globe-trotting that went into Violet Street, Local Natives remain quintessentially SoCal: genial, approachable, and optimistic, even if their surroundings are liable to be on fire or crumbling into the sea.
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