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  • Summary: The second full-length solo release for the former Portico Quartet member was produced by Ethan Johns and Dan Carey.
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Unconditional
Unconditional, Venus by my side Uncontainable, no where you can hide It's something to know No matter where you are The Venus light is shining in... See the rest of the song lyrics
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  1. Sep 7, 2017
    80
    Mulvey did well to heed the advice of none other than Brian Eno, who in pre-recording meetings encouraged him to share some of the load with others. The outcome sounds like a skilled musician hitting his stride.
  2. Uncut
    Sep 7, 2017
    80
    "Remembering" and "In Your Hands" are full of gorgeous, African-influenced harmonies. In fact, Mulvey's arrangements are generally more ambitious. [Oct 2017, p.35]
  3. Sep 12, 2017
    80
    While it’s possibly a bit too similar to First Mind to have the same sort of impact that album did, this is still a powerful demonstration of what a fine musician Mulvey is.
  4. 75
    Ultimately Mulvey’s record is once again intriguing, engaging and diverse. A record that is equally accessible and rewarding on multiple listens, the softer side of pop can take plenty more of Nick Mulvey's music.
  5. Mojo
    Sep 7, 2017
    60
    At least Wake Up Now lifts its voice in protest during turbulent times, rising even when it doesn't quite shine. [Oct 2017, p.93]
  6. Q Magazine
    Sep 7, 2017
    60
    [Myela] descends into a bit of a toe-curlingly worthy WOMAD sing-along. More subtle and far better are gentle ballad When the Body Is Gone and lovely closer Infinite Trees. [Oct 2017, p.107]
  7. Sep 13, 2017
    60
    Nick would do better to stick to his signature rippling guitar on the ethereal ‘Infinite Trees’, the quietly sensual ‘Lullaby’, or, best yet, the charming ‘Remembering’, which chugs along with a jolty percussive joy.
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