Autodrama

Puro Instinct - Autodrama
Critic Score
Based on 8 reviews
2016 Ratings: #672 / 1004
User Score
Based on 29 ratings
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CRITIC REVIEWS

80
AllMusic
The way the Kaplans juxtapose '80s fantasy and 2010s reality gives Autodrama's deceptively breezy music a depth and purpose that separates them from the rest of the atmospheric pack, and makes their return all the more welcome.
80
NME
The real appeal of ‘Autodrama’ lurks between the choruses, where weirdness still flourishes.
80
The Line of Best Fit

The melodies glimmer vividly in sunset colours, gold, orange and pink, bolder and sexier than before, Piper’s girlish sighs cutting through like frosted ice, the effect as refreshing as a summer poolside drink.

75
The 405

Their take on their influences may seem straight-forward, but Autodrama exudes confidence and the kind of allure that Headbangers lacked, making this an enjoyable and rewarding experience to immerse yourself in.

67
A.V. Club

Autodrama is by no means a failure, and warm, lush tones still captivate in parts; given Puro Instinct’s proven talents, hopefully those aren’t just the embers of a flash in the pan.

64
Pitchfork

The lack of hype surrounding Puro Instinct this time around actually works towards their advantage: having improved in every aspect over the past five years, they can sound new again on the surprisingly crafty Autodrama.

60
Tiny Mix Tapes

Autodrama attempts to transcend the now passé auroral fuzziness of their debut, Headbangers in Ecstasy, with huge, slow, yes, dramatic choruses. And the results are mixed.

50
Under the Radar
The duo's mission to replace vapid pop structures with something substantive comes up short—no matter how impressive their vision sounds.
holsgr
10

dislikable (★☆☆☆☆)

74

Fav tracks: Tell Me, Want Your Love

danielleandrea
76

1. Panarchy 0.79
2. Peccavi 0.92
3. Tell Me 0.98
4. Six of Swords 0.70
5. What You See 0.85
6. Scorpio Rising 0.87
7. Babylon 0.30
8. End of an Era 0.46
9. Autodrama 0.90
10. Want Your Love 0.85

Favorite songs: Peccavi, Tell Me, Autodrama, Want Your Love

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Track List

1Panarchy
3:57
2Peccavi
4:09
3Tell Me
3:20
4Six of Swords
3:31
5What You See
3:10
6Scorpio Rising
4:08
7Babylon
4:44
8End of an Era
4:01
9Autodrama
5:00
10Want Your Love
4:24
Total Length: 40 minutes

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Added on: May 23, 2016