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Liberation!

Peter Matthew Bauer

Liberation!

First solo album from The Walkmen's multi-instrumentalist as the band enter an "extreme hiatus"

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7.3

Label
Memphis Industries / Mexican Summer
UK Release date
16/06/2014
US Release date
24/06/2014
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  1. 8.0 |   Q

    Bauer creates a smouldering album with a kooky heart. print edition only

  2. 8.0 |   Mojo

    It’s an intriguing new incarnation for Bauer. Print edition only

  3. 8.0 |   Loud And Quiet

    ‘Liberation!’ is a delightful album from an unexpected source; Bauer’s search for the mystic marking the finest effort yet to arise from The Walkmen’s dissolution
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  4. 8.0 |   The Quietus

    There is something joyous and childlike about this album. It doesn't demand to be taken too seriously. It doesn't care if it's in the slightest bit cool
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  5. 8.0 |   Uncut

    Bauer’s solo debut stretches for a higher state of consciousness than he managed in 13 years with the Walkmen. Print edition only

  6. 8.0 |   Independent on Sunday

    Bauer’s raucous rebirth offers the best of both worlds: intrigue and instant reward for Walkmen doubters and acolytes alike
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  7. 7.5 |   Consequence Of Sound

    It’s an unexpectedly surefooted triumph from the ex-Walkmen organist/bassist, whose admirable contributions to that band were frequently overshadowed by the more visible Hamilton Leithauser and guitarist Paul Maroon
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  8. 7.2 |   Earbuddy

    The biggest issue with Liberation! is its lack of strong melodies. The songwriting here is all serviceable — certainly nothing to be embarrassed about — but, these songs are all fine in the moment
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  9. 7.2 |   Pitchfork

    Bauer’s musical palette is broad and unique, expanding past the sounds of his previous band
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  10. 7.0 |   All Music

    Highly listenable and likeable, keeping its potentially edgy sentiments hidden just far enough behind Bauer's knack for penning memorable, evocative rock tunes
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  11. 6.5 |   The Line Of Best Fit

    As an attempt to put a modern spin on old-time rock and roll, Liberation! hits more than it misses
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  12. 6.0 |   The Guardian

    It's a pleasing record, but much like its supposed subject matter, still a bit of a mystery
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