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Amoral

Violens

Amoral

Art rock, psych pop and post-rock combined on the debut from the New York band led by Jorge Elbrecht

ADM rating[?]

6.2

Label
Static Recital
UK Release date
04/10/2010
  1. 8.0 |   Mojo

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  2. 8.0 |   Under The Radar

    Flows like an album, in the classic sense
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  3. 7.0 |   NME

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  4. 7.0 |   Subba Cultcha

    An engaging and exciting album
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  5. 6.7 |   Pitchfork

    Violens are at their best when they keep things snappy and upbeat, like on the downward spiral of "Acid Reign"
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  6. 6.0 |   No Ripcord

    Since Twin Shadow paved the way with an unabashed, cheesy synth sound (successfully), Violens can now carry their unfashionable eighties sound with a safeguard against being prejudged
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  7. 6.0 |   Uncut

    Print edition only

  8. 6.0 |   Q

    Print edition only

  9. 6.0 |   The Digital Fix

    The arrangements are lush and the musicianship is top drawer, but the the songs are all pretty samey
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  10. 6.0 |   Consequence Of Sound

    Dashes of Smiths-y hooks and other 80’s British treats
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  11. 6.0 |   Drowned In Sound

    Violens have achieved their sound and successfully executed their technique, but are still wanting for purpose
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  12. 5.0 |   PopMatters

    Some tracks sound very pretty as they pass by, but trying to recall the chorus of any song past track 3 is a frustrating affair
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  13. 5.0 |   Spin

    iIs the stuff of a common nightmare - creepily thrilling, but not worth reliving
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  • 8. Could You Stand To Know? £0.89
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