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Rodrigo y Gabriela

9 Dead Alive

Fourth studio album by Mexican guitar duo, with each track dedicated to celebrating the life and work of an individual

ADM rating[?]: 6.4
Label: Because Music
UK Release date: 28/04/2014
US Release date: 29/04/2014

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8.0 65111
8.0 | All Music

This album evidences an expanded creative reach for the pair, even as it re-engages the sharp edges they displayed on earlier recordings
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8.0 65327
8.0 | Q

Some of their most inspiring music to date. Print edition only
8.0 65460
8.0 | The Irish Times

Their hypnotic sense of rhythm is both propulsive and elegant throughout
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7.0 65114
7.0 | musicOMH

You’re sure to find something to adore if you’re a fan of guitar music, Latin music or heavy metal. So throw up the horns and rejoice, for Rodrigo y Gabriela are back with a poignant vengeance
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6.7 65189
6.7 | Consequence Of Sound

The duo has continued their journey toward creating a unique sound that stands astride the disparate worlds of flamenco, tango, rock, metal, and countless other genre
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6.0 65110
6.0 | The Music

Though not a challenging listen, this album should still please their fans
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6.0 65112
6.0 | The Arts Desk

Mostly about mood and sparkling interplay rather than individual memorable pieces
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5.0 65113
5.0 | NME

For all the finger pyrotechnics, the material leaves an empty feeling as resounding as the guitar bodies they clap for rhythm. It’s all jam and no croissant, sadly
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5.0 65125
5.0 | Clash

The ideas and theme, as a whole, are a bit samey
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