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8.3
84638
8.3 |
Consequence Of Sound
Even when Lucius zero in on the complexities of romantic entanglements, there’s an electric bounce from the past to keep the pace chipper
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8.2
84637
8.2 |
Paste Magazine
Their deepening confidence—and already enviable vocal ability—makes them willing to push in new directions and play with different sounds and styles
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7.5
84731
7.5 |
Pretty Much Amazing
It’s all over the place, but in a good way
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7.4
84734
7.4 |
Sputnik Music (staff)
The album that solidifies Lucius’ presence in the world of music. The talent is there, the songwriting is excellent, and they’re about as fun to listen to as anyone
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7.0
85137
7.0 |
God Is In The TV
Based on the musical, lyrical and production strength of their first two albums, tireless Lucius are a band worth hyperventilating about
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7.0
86127
7.0 |
Under The Radar
With Good Grief, they continue to leave behind strains of indie-folk and increasingly trade stylistic sprawl for impeccably tight guitar-, synth-, and percussion-driven pop
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7.0
84640
7.0 |
Clash
A confident and beautifully made record and props for a band evolving their sound as any group with real longevity tends to do
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7.0
84642
7.0 |
All Music
A vivacious near reinvention that's bound to alienate some fans and attract others, the biggest constant here is the technical proficiency and complementary blending of the band's lead singers
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6.5
84639
6.5 |
The Line Of Best Fit
While there are some moments of genuinely engaging songwriting early on, halfway through the mix of styles and genres becomes confusing and incoherent
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6.3
84953
6.3 |
Pitchfork
Sounds like everything at once but nothing in particular
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6.0
84698
6.0 |
Q
It's a mostly dazzling performance, though on the histrionic Gone Insane, they get carried away by their own virtuosity. Print edition only
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6.0
84643
6.0 |
DIY
An important next step in the realisation of their sassy pop character
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6.0
84675
6.0 |
PopMatters
There are undoubtedly gems to be found, but the rewards are clustered on the first half
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5.0
84697
5.0 |
Drowned In Sound
The music is good, but the grief just isn't interesting
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4.0
84641
4.0 |
The Guardian
At times Lucius sound like they’re trying too hard to be clever (see the overly theatrical wails that conclude Gone Insane), at others they merely sound formulaic, and even a little dated
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