Woman on the Internet
by Orla Gartland
  • Record Label: Orchard
  • Release Date: Aug 20, 2021
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. New Musical Express (NME)
    Aug 19, 2021
    60
    These clear, plucky songs may not be terribly adventurous for the most part, but they do feel like the ambitious work of an artist broadening their scope.
  2. Slant Magazine
    Aug 17, 2021
    60
    Of the moments on the album that invoke the titular themes and deliver on Gartland’s stylistic ambitions, most are mired in lyrical clichés and abstractions. ... If you can look past the awkwardness of some of Gartland’s lyrics, her emotionally charged vocal delivery and attention to sonic detail are admittedly enchanting.

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. Ricko
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    Orla Gartland brings a mix of styles from some of my favourite indie female artists and blends them nicely into her own album "Woman on theOrla Gartland brings a mix of styles from some of my favourite indie female artists and blends them nicely into her own album "Woman on the Internet". What sets this one apart, more than the songs themselves is the arrangements and ultimately the production. This aspect of the record is top end and helps the good songs really stand out from the crowd of indie female artists making waves. Lyrically, it's very much a zeitgeist album and musically it is sharp. Still, the songs are really good rather than truly great. It's the production that gives this lift off.… Full Review »
  2. thientai
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I feel relatable when listening to it. This is one of exotic records released this year. So fascinated and proud of you, Orla. Congrats on your debut!
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