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8.0
104768
8.0 |
Q
A sparkling record whose polished exterior barely masks the turmoil at its heart. Print edition only
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8.0
104796
8.0 |
All Music
One of the most comforting and relatable inclusions in the band's catalog
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7.9
104981
7.9 |
Paste Magazine
A strong comeback album for Snow Patrol that proves Lightbody’s still got it
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7.0
104845
7.0 |
The Music
Returning from the darkness with an introspective and cohesive collection of songs, it's a welcome return to from Lightbody and his Snow Patrol bandmates
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7.0
104807
7.0 |
Drowned In Sound
Overall, Wildness is a really great comeback record. There are a few dud tracks in there, especially in the first half of the album, but these are more than compensated for by the excellence of the remainder of the record
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6.0
104810
6.0 |
musicOMH
If you love Snow Patrol, Wildness will please. But while it has moments that can be thoroughly enjoyed in increments, if you’re expecting developments – especially given the seven-year gap between released – then you’re out of luck
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6.0
104826
6.0 |
Evening Standard
Taking steps to remain current is probably wise after so long away. Yet there’s enough here to remind existing fans what they may have been missing, and enough to give Lightbody something to smile about
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6.0
104769
6.0 |
Mojo
Stuffed with hooky but soul-bruised cuts. Print edition only
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6.0
104787
6.0 |
The Irish Times
Stuck between darkness and light
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6.0
104978
6.0 |
God Is In The TV
As a whole, Wildness proves that Snow Patrol have still held on to a few small elements of who they once were, but have also taken a few risks in order to try and keep up with the ever changing industry they’re a part of
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4.8
104987
4.8 |
Pitchfork
Lightbody aims for clarity, connection, and personal resonance but lapses into the pomp and incoherence that have plagued Snow Patrol for a decade
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4.0
104786
4.0 |
The Independent
Wildness is an attempt to return to form, but it’s an unsuccessful one
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3.5
104772
3.5 |
Under The Radar
The album as a whole is frustratingly disappointing for a band with so much talent and past successes
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