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Steve Reich

Radio Rewrite

The contemporary composer releases this Radiohead inspired piece alongside reimaginings of earlier material by Jonny Greenwood and Vicky Chow

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7.2

Label
Nonesuch
UK Release date
06/10/2014
US Release date
30/09/2014
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  1. 8.7 |   Paste Magazine

    Like a lot of Reich’s work, the music suggests forward momentum
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  2. 8.0 |   musicOMH

    An intriguing album that considers fundamental questions about how music is inspired, interpreted and created
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  3. 8.0 |   Q

    For those yet to experience Reich's unique soundscape, this is as good a place to start as any. Print edition only

  4. 7.3 |   Pitchfork

    It's ironic, and maybe fitting, that the younger musicians on this album find more easeful communion with the hardy, contrarian spirit of Reich's works than Reich does
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  5. 7.0 |   The Music

    A nice listen for fans, this album is perhaps the accessible gateway into his oeuvre for those more accustomed to pop
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  6. 6.0 |   The Guardian

    It’s typical late Reich, not exploring new territory perhaps, but as Alarm Will Sound’s performance shows, it does what it does immaculately and satisfyingly
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