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I Feel Alive

TOPS

I Feel Alive

Fourth full-length release from the Montreal indie rock quartet led by Jane Penny and David Carriere

ADM rating[?]

6.7

Label
Tops Musique
UK Release date
03/04/2020
US Release date
03/04/2020
  1. 8.0 |   All Music

    TOPS have pretty much mastered their distinctive niche over the course of four albums, and in that respect, I Feel Alive should provide a familiar comfort, if an off-kilter one, for established fans. Initiated and new listeners alike, however, will be treated to a batch of well-crafted, sensual songs for the down-time hours.
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  2. 8.0 |   The Guardian

    Sophisticated production, nostalgic synths and gorgeous tunes … the Montreal band’s fourth LP features their strongest songs yet
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  3. 7.0 |   Under The Radar

    Everything that makes the band great is still here and if you’re looking for some fun vintage pop you can’t go wrong with I Feel Alive
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  4. 7.0 |   Clash

    Beneath its whimsical summery palette, lurks a repetitive sound that dulls the vibrant texture the lineup promises. In short, it’s an album that’s halfway there
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  5. 7.0 |   DIY

    It’s the broadness of flavour on the album that is its main strength
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  6. 6.7 |   Pitchfork

    At their best, this Montreal quartet locate the aching sincerity in pop clichés
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  7. 6.0 |   musicOMH

    There’s a lot to enjoy on I Feel Alive, but the general feeling of lovelorn listlessness can take its toll on a full listen
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  8. 6.0 |   Q

    More edge, it seems, would only burst their bubble. Print edition only


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