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9.0
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Clash
Confessional yet cathartic, ‘Metalhorse’ is an emotionally resonant piece of work that is vital, vivid and showcases why Billy NoMates is an undisputed ‘Tor’ de force
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9.0
141309
9.0 |
Uncut
The dilapidated English fairground has served as a metaphor for the vicissitudes of the music business for everyone from Ray Davies to Kevin Ayers, but it's rarely been so vividly, furiously and poignantly realised. Print edition only
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8.0
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8.0 |
Mojo
Altogether, with added depth and melody, it’s Maries’ best yet. Print edition only
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8.0
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8.0 |
Far Out
The album is inspired by blues, ‘60s rock, ‘70s rock and glam. It’s a fulfilling listen and one definitely worth your time
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8.0
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8.0 |
musicOMH
Tor Maries’ third album is testimony to the fact that whatever doesn’t kill you does indeed make you stronger
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8.0
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8.0 |
God Is In The TV
As we reach the end and exhale at last, one thing is for certain: no matter how rundown the ride, we’ll be lining up to see what Billy Nomates brings next time the carnival’s in town
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7.0
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7.0 |
The Line Of Best Fit
Moments of joy and uncertainty are on this ride – as we’re spun by the happenings in Nomates’ life, maybe even more melodic cards are yet to leave her sleeve
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6.0
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6.0 |
Dork
This isn’t the fairground soundtrack of your childhood memories – it’s what plays in your head when you revisit those places years later and realise nothing gold can stay. But as Billy Nomates proves, sometimes the rust tells the better story
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5.9
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A.V. Club
Metalhorse would have been better if Maries left the place abandoned instead of turning on all the lights, rides, and slot machines for a crowd that aren’t there
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4.0
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4.0 |
The Arts Desk
East Midlands post-punker tries on some yacht rock
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