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The Miners' Hymns

Johann Johannsson

The Miners' Hymns

Eighth album from this avant-garde Icelandic composer, this one a soundtrack to a forthcoming film by the same name

ADM rating[?]

7.8

Label
Fatcat
UK Release date
23/05/2011
US Release date
07/06/2011
  1. 9.0 |   Consequence Of Sound

    A nuanced, moody, and often creepy exercise in ambiance which, if it needs to, holds up as a unique work
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  2. 9.0 |   musicOMH

    A remarkable achievement from Jóhannsson, and a welcome change from the string-drenched sound that has become ubiquitous in modern film scores
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  3. 8.0 |   AU Review

    A solemn and stately affair
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  4. 8.0 |   Drowned In Sound

    There’s a strength, a defiance, a hope in this music
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  5. 8.0 |   BBC

    [A] powerful testament to the plight of traditional labours and our nation’s working class
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  6. 8.0 |   State

    Fans of contemporary classical will fall for its dark beauty
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  7. 8.0 |   Uncut

    A transcendent fanfare for the common man. Print edition only

  8. 8.0 |   Mojo

    Stirring soundtrack. Print edition only

  9. 7.7 |   Pitchfork

    A halcyon autumn record, bathed in inviting half-light
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  10. 6.0 |   Clash

    Johansson is capable of some beautifully stirring music, and when this album soars, it is a treat
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