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9.0
125013
9.0 |
Gigwise
One of the most life-affirming albums in recent history
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8.0
124992
8.0 |
Loud And Quiet
WINK is endearing, but it’s not Kawaii; it’s all analogue R&B and garage punk with a rap verse. It’s a bold move forward in their movement, which candidly champions people on their own terms
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8.0
124993
8.0 |
NME
The Japanese four-piece return with their smoothest, most comforting record yet, serving up ‘80s-tinged guitar pop and even a soothing lullaby
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8.0
124994
8.0 |
The Skinny
CHAI's new album takes some unexpected turns, bringing new ideas into their kaleidoscopic sound
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8.0
124995
8.0 |
Exclaim
Totally original, completely unselfconscious and wonderfully catchy, WINK is one of those rare albums that you can throw on anytime and let it guide you on the journey it has laid out before you
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8.0
125053
8.0 |
The Line Of Best Fit
An album full of calming energy, with vibes to soothe the soul and the mind, and put a smile on your face
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8.0
125062
8.0 |
All Music
The only CHAI fans whose mileage may vary are those who need to hear the sound of guitars to be happy, otherwise there's no reason for anyone not to embrace this pop gem just as tightly as they did the band's first two albums
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8.0
125171
8.0 |
The Quietus
It's a record that builds on everything they’ve done before, understanding their strengths together as a group and then growing something more immersive and insightful from it – all while remaining deliciously joyful
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7.9
125115
7.9 |
Beats Per Minute
WINK is simply the warmest, most open way they’ve chosen to engage in that battle yet. To say the least, that’s saying something
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7.8
125011
7.8 |
Paste Magazine
The Japanese four-piece pare down their production, with wonderful results
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7.5
125078
7.5 |
Pitchfork
The omnivorous Japanese band’s Sub Pop debut exudes a newfound sense of serenity, even as they remain committed to exuberant self-love
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7.5
125028
7.5 |
Spectrum Culture
The third album by Japan’s queens of alt-kawaii is unexpectedly sweet and sultry, if lacking a little of their usual spark
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7.0
124990
7.0 |
Crack
WINK is their most homely record, and the most surprising. CHAI’s raw energy has been dialled back just a little, revealing a new level of nuance in their songwriting
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7.0
124991
7.0 |
Clash
A dazzling burst towards personal and creative freedom
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7.0
125009
7.0 |
DIY
Sonically, they’re testing out a whole new palette
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7.0
125055
7.0 |
Under The Radar
There are signs of maturity and mellowing afoot on WINK, but the sounds and inspirations are unmistakably CHAI being themselves
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