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8.0
131036
8.0 |
All Music
This is the kind of creative, far-reaching, accessible album that comes along once in a generation
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8.0
131037
8.0 |
The Skinny
Creating an overnight hit could easily push an emerging act into rushing a debut album, but KOKOROKO were patient, and the results are rewarding
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8.0
131040
8.0 |
Consequence Of Sound
Oozing nostalgia, Could We Be More is a triumphant debut that urges you to lock into each beat, groove and chord the band conjures up. It’s clear that looking to the past is providing this south London band a bright future
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8.0
131041
8.0 |
Gigwise
An approachable, easily-enjoyed debut
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8.0
131042
8.0 |
Albumism
The fact that Could We Be More is so undeniable in its appeal could make you think it was easy to produce. But to ensure the subtleties and delicate touches don’t get lost among the rhythm section’s immaculate work is an achievement that elevates the album further
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6.0
131061
6.0 |
Loud And Quiet
Little here rewards close listening – even if, for better or worse, Kokoroko are perfectly likeable to hear
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6.0
131038
6.0 |
Mojo
Mixture of West Africa and Caribbean influences. Oscar Jerome's glowing highlife guitar opens Dide O, a midway tryptic with Soul Searching (Afrobeat) and We Give Thanks (soul). Print edition only
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6.0
131039
6.0 |
The Observer
Dreamy brass to the fore, the London jazz octet make borderlessness their business on this thoughtful, elegant record
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