Understated

Edwyn Collins - Understated
Critic Score
Based on 19 reviews
2013 Ratings: #268 / 1115
User Score
Based on 13 ratings
March 25, 2013 / Release Date
LP / Format
AED / Label
Rock / Genre
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CRITIC REVIEWS

80
Drowned in Sound

It is a joyous, emboldened return to form and one that reminds us of what a treasure Edwyn Collins is.

80
The 405

It's a powerful record not for any mawkish sentimentality, but for the strength of the band - who work through those disparate genres with ease

80
Under the Radar

It's a celebration of life by a craftsman intelligent enough to know how to pitch it perfectly.

80
AllMusic

It's a great record that stands with his best work from the past.

80
musicOMH

If there’s one message which Understated declares proudly, it’s that Collins isn’t done yet. A big, gorgeous old hug of an album.

70
Sputnikmusic

Understated by name, but certainly not by nature, the record is a sweet mix of old-school Northern soul schematics, wistful ballads and songs that contain many layers to be unlocked with repeat listens.

70
DIY

Strip away any unnecessary contextualisation and the record stands up proudly and defiantly on its own two feet. 

tha138
69

Fair,courageous and enjoyable.

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Track List

  1. Dilemna
  2. Baby Jean
  3. Carry On, Carry On
  4. 31 Years
  5. It's a Reason
  6. Too Bad (That's Sad)
  7. Down the Line
  8. Forsooth
  9. In the Now
  10. Understated
  11. Love's Been Good to Me

Year End Lists

#72/Rough Trade
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Added on: March 21, 2013