In Rolling Waves

The Naked and Famous - In Rolling Waves
Critic Score
Based on 13 reviews
2013 Ratings: #739 / 1115
User Score
Based on 84 ratings
2013 Rank: #332
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CRITIC REVIEWS

80
AllMusic

In minor contrast to the band's previous effort, the moments of pared-down instrumentation here seem to offer a necessary respite from the intensity, providing necessary moments of calm as we anticipate the next joyous sonic wave.

80
The 405

For others willing to explore and be led on tangents, this will be a perfect record to be absorbed by. There's a great many treasures to discover by just sitting and listening.

80
The Line of Best Fit

In Rolling Waves is a weightless collection of diverse possibilities that convey the spirit of life through songs that breathe with fresh but experienced lungs. 

75
A.V. Club

In Rolling Waves requires a bit more patience on the whole. That’s actually a good sign; the band doesn’t seem to feel beholden to making a breakthrough—and In Rolling Waves may provide it regardless.

70
musicOMH

Although the band’s second record is an impressive return – one with a great deal of ambition – it does lack focus at times. The potential is clearly there; The Naked And Famous just need to trim away some of the fat.

70
NME

The result of rock band power-move (moving to LA) and life experience (a broken relationship), it’s a self-important album, but an accomplished one.

Edgeworth
60

This is an above average album, but at the same time quite a forgetful album that didn't hold up well.
Heart Like Ours is pretty much the only song that attracts your attention. But In Rolling Waves as an album severely doesn't stick to you comparing to their much accessible debut and its predecessor (Simple Forms). Pity.

1Spooked0gHosT7
85

Out Still Wired.

EntryIncomplete
73

Somewhat better than their debut.

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Added on: September 15, 2013