Urb's Scores
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For 1,126 reviews, this publication has graded:
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63% higher than the average critic
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2% same as the average critic
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35% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.3 points higher than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Music review score: 73
| Highest review score: | The Golden Age of Apocalypse | |
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| Lowest review score: | This Is Forever |
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Positive: 856 out of 1126
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Mixed: 256 out of 1126
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Negative: 14 out of 1126
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Touching Down evokes the unique funk sensibilities that made his seminal V Records and Full Cycle tracks so damn fresh, while giving you the sense that England's Bristolian isn't returning to anything, since he never left it behind to begin with. [Dec 2002, p.87]- Urb
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Her most anticipated follow-up is again the most cross cultural jam you'll hear this year. [Sep/Oct 2007, p.129]- Urb
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The Spirit of Apollo is what happens when the imagination is let out of its cage. Good things happen.- Urb
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A psychedelic journey quite unlike any other that could very well result in the creation of a completely new category of music simply known as Utopia Rap because musically it doesn't get much better than this.- Urb
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The true brilliance here is what is not done rather than what is. Instead of getting repetitive, drawn out, and maybe even boring, the album concludes itself at a measly yet perfect 11 tracks, clocking in at just under 40 minutes.- Urb
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With Both Sides Of The Gun, Harper proves he's prolific, diverse and relevant. [Apr 2006, p.86]- Urb
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Combine some of the best pipes in the game with Grizzly Bear's newfound comfort in executing the grand & epic, and you've got Veckatimest; a total triumph that threatens to dwarf their own previous "House."- Urb
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Adult. have fully realized their vision with a sound that's more alive and panoramic. [#104, p.95]- Urb
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What I realized listening to this studio masterpiece is that Phonte, Dwele, and Aloe Blacc are all former MC's with new grown and sexy albums out this year worth purchasing.- Urb
- Posted Dec 15, 2010
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It's an unusual back-and-forth that delivers rapturous results on the seven piece band's sophomore record Own Your Ghost.- Urb
- Posted May 24, 2011
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Everything fits in place to up the game of something else, and no part of these finely made blues and soul creations gets a pass on pulling its weight. That’s just how it works for Brothers.- Urb
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The distorted pop ambience of Outside Closer could very well make these Brits the Notwist of 2005. [Mar 2005, p.118]- Urb
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Wolfmother might not be the most original band on the planet, but they rock hard and, most importantly, without a trace of irony. [May 2006, p.91]- Urb
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Long-time Kelis fans might be initially surprised at the sonic switch-up-it's more dance than quirky R&B-but there's something totally right about the way Kelis tackles electronic music.- Urb
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It's the album many heads wished Lauryn Hill had come back with instead of that weepy acoustic exercise. [Mar 2003, p.94]- Urb
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Kindness sounds like the work of someone given one month to live, as Snaith lays down dozens of musical ideas into an album that will constantly keep you guessing what's next. [May 2005, p.84]- Urb
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The result of that little informal challenge is Fortress Around My Heart, the Norwegian singer’s debut album that expertly blends her throaty punk vocals with an infectious pop sensibility.- Urb
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A bit more variance in terms of these aspects would have rounded everything out. Other than that minute observation, The Sun & The Neon Light is a fantastic album.- Urb
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Strap on your seatbelt, 'cause you never been on a ride like this befo.' [Jan/Feb 2006, p.78]- Urb
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Brilliant.... This album sounds like Albarn and Danger Mouse are an inspired team. [Jul/Aug 2005, p.101]- Urb
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Fantasies has solid musicianship, simple yet poetic and meaningful lyrics, a myriad of melodies, and hooks that are memorable and exciting.- Urb
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It's hugely ambitious, and yet also perhaps Ladd's most focused record yet. [Mar 2005, p.112]- Urb
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It's a beautiful collection of songs, cinematic and powerful, never pushy. [Apr 2007, p.100]- Urb
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Tarot Sport goes far beyond it's sonically daunting reaches and succeeds at being a deeply emotional experience.- Urb
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This is an amazing, innovative, storytelling record that takes you on [a] fantastic, fun trip. [Oct 2006, p.118]- Urb
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While How I Got Over is cut from the same cloth as their last album, the fabric of it is unique to itself. It's dark and tragic in places, but also enlightening and empowering.- Urb
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Daedelus weaves his sounds into an intricate sonic tapestry that pleases the ears while stimulating the brain. [Jun 2006, p.110]- Urb