hippocritic
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400 ratings wooo. Seems like a good time to return to one of my favorite bands, maybe even my favorite: Low. This is the first time I'm reviewing one of their albums after the passing of Mimi Parker; let me just say: rest in piece. She has left behind quite the legacy, including this 2018 album, Double Negative. Her drumming functions as the glue holding these songs together, along with Alan's guitar. Take the highlight Always Trying To Work It Out, where the drums are mixed to sound something ... read more
Recent Reviews
How come this is the second album titled "Mid Air" to come out this year, and neither of them have been mid? That's just unfair; imagine all the creative comedy that could have ensued...
This solo debut from the xx's Romy is surely one of the year's best dance-pop releases. The single Strong is absolutely stellar; I regret not hearing it last year because it would have ranked high on my "Singles of the Year" list. It's got an awesome trance beat, while the lyrics are no ... read more
Olivia Rodrigo burst onto the scene in 2021 with her debut album SOUR, which seemingly took the world by storm, as well as receiving high critical acclaim. Trying to follow that up is quite a tall order, even though SOUR certainly left ample room for improvement. A lot could have gone wrong here, as this sophomore album was never going to be as much of a lightning-in-a-bottle moment as the last one. So, did she pull it off? Short answer: yes. Long answer?
Let's start with the singles. Although ... read more
Even though the years of the band's creative peak are long behind us by now, it's great that Slowdive is still here making high-quality dream pop. Of course, Everything is alive is no Souvlaki, and I do have my issues with it, but overall this is a truly pleasant listen.
We start off with shanty, which creates a gorgeous atmosphere for the listener to get lost in. However, the low-impact vocals also leave it feeling like some of the colors have been washed out of it. What I've said about ... read more
I don't really have time to write full album reviews at the moment, but I can do a short one for one of my favorite singles of the year. Out of the songs atop the "Best Singles of 2023" page on this site, one that definitely deserves its high place is Bending Hectic by The Smile. I'm still not quite sure if I like this one more than Free in the Knowledge, but I probably do, which would make it my favorite song from the band. If there is one thing a track as long as this one needs, ... read more
If you're looking for a new release to listen to, or wondering whether or not anything at all actually dropped today, I'd like to recommend giving a listen to Crypta's sophomore album. The all-female death metal band out of Brazil come through with a very solid record that succeeds at what it's going for, even if that might not be anything revolutionary. The drums throughout sound really satisfying; the riffs are there as well, and the ferocious vocals are what really gives Shades of Sorrow its ... read more
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1w
Hey hey! Hope you’re doing well! I just wanted to let you know that my band’s debut album, “Empty Homes in Blue Light” is out now on all platforms! I appreciate if you end up giving it a shot, and if not no worries at all :) Here’s the AOTY link if you’re interested:
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/556709-midnight-session-empty-homes-in-blue-light.php
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/556709-midnight-session-empty-homes-in-blue-light.php
1w
Hey Hippocritic! I just dropped my new axolotl album, would appreciate if you checked it out, if not that's fine too!
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/714236-axolotl-a-familiar-place.php
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/714236-axolotl-a-familiar-place.php
1mo
My 300 follower special!
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/vivi/album/5600-songs-in-the-key-of-life/
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/vivi/album/5600-songs-in-the-key-of-life/
1mo
Hello there hippocritic!
I'm making my first ever community list, on the following topic: Good Music, Bad Artists. What is an amazing or good album or song from one artist you hate? Whether it's someone whose music you despise, or even someone you just don't like for whatever reason.
Drop your pick if you want! Thanks!
I'm making my first ever community list, on the following topic: Good Music, Bad Artists. What is an amazing or good album or song from one artist you hate? Whether it's someone whose music you despise, or even someone you just don't like for whatever reason.
Drop your pick if you want! Thanks!
1mo
My biggest review yet.. Mind reading?
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/vivi/album/515536-renaissance/
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/vivi/album/515536-renaissance/
1mo
I just listened and Daddy's Home is a wonderful album! She has such a vibrant personality I really wanna listen to more of her stuff, ty for the recommendation :)
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i don't rate what i don't like
i don't know much about music, besides the fact that i like it
i don't rate what i don't like
i don't know much about music, besides the fact that i like it
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Recent Lists
Ranking the complete discographies of some of my favorite artists/bands. They must have at least 3 albums that I've rated. Will be adding more entries as time goes on.
Updated 5d ago 1
the best stuff.
5 entries:
low (100Γ3)
4 entries:
beach house (100Γ1)
3 entries:
bjΓΆrk (100Γ2);
radiohead (100Γ1)
2 entries:
black country, new road (100Γ1);
weyes blood (100Γ1);
kendrick ...
Updated 5d agoRanked
