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Champion

Pom Poko

Champion

Third full-length album from the Norwegian electronic pop-punk quartet who all trained at the Trondheim Conservatory

ADM rating[?]

7.7

Label
Bella Unio
UK Release date
16/08/2024
US Release date
16/08/2024
  1. 9.0 |   musicOMH

    The sound of a band fully focused and completely in control of what makes them special
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  2. 8.1 |   Northern Transmissions

    Pom Poko have never sounded more cohesive than on Champion; delivering a welcoming collection of coming-of-age stories and deliberate post-punk musicianship
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  3. 8.0 |   Far Out

    There are glimpses of something greater, of industrial, metallic sounds and indecisive riffs. ‘Big Life’ is a particular highlight, integrating noise into Pom Poko’s usual playful sound
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  4. 8.0 |   God Is In The TV

    With a wonderful balance between their characteristic experimental approach and newfound emotional depth, we suspect Champion will be the moment many more will fall for Pom Poko’s curious charm
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  5. 8.0 |   The Arts Desk

    With the effervescent ‘Champion’, Pom Poko have found themselves
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  6. 8.0 |   The Guardian

    The third album from the Norwegian indie group reflects on their seven years together and the dramas of normal life – it’s the victorious sound of a band ‘still having fun’
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  7. 7.0 |   PopMatters

    Pom Poko have figured out how to combine complex math rock with big pop hooks, but their willingness to stretch beyond these styles makes Champion intriguing
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