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10.0
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10.0 |
DIY
Everything across ‘Lux Prima’ feels completely right; familiar yet new, revealing more of two beloved figures without losing what made them great all these years
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9.0
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9.0 |
musicOMH
This isn’t the best record that either of these mercurial artists have made, but it’s undoubtedly the finest collaboration you’ll hear this year. Guaranteed
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9.0
110592
9.0 |
Northern Transmissions
It may have been years in the making (and waiting) but ‘Lux Prima’s coalescing of two of music’s creative sparks is most definitely worth the wait
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8.4
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8.4 |
Sputnik Music (staff)
An album crafted by two high-profile artists that manages to live up to the names involved
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8.3
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8.3 |
Consequence Of Sound
An ambitious and dreamy album that will leave listeners wanting more
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8.0
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8.0 |
NME
A stately, cinematic listen
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8.0
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8.0 |
Under The Radar
The subtle, ultra-cool textures creep into your consciousness and make for dynamic and vibrant tunes that leave swirling, seraphic sensations playing inside your head
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8.0
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8.0 |
Rolling Stone
Karen O and Danger Mouse have unlocked a new creative force within each other
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8.0
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8.0 |
The Independent
An accomplished record – proof that two wildly different minds can work seamlessly together
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8.0
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8.0 |
The Irish Times
A dreamy, sophisticated and playful piece of work
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8.0
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8.0 |
Evening Standard
The stomping soul of Woman is Orzolek at her best. An anthem for these times from a true icon of alternative music
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8.0
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8.0 |
The FT
Yeah Yeah Yeahs singer and Grammy award-winning producer complement each other with rich arrangements and moody vocals
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8.0
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8.0 |
Q
An expertly fashioned LP from a duo who know how to add style to substance. Print edition only
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8.0
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8.0 |
The Line Of Best Fit
Feels refreshing in the freedom and desire to explore new territory, resulting in a win for both
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8.0
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8.0 |
Mojo
A bold redrawing of creative frontiers, Lux Prima is a gamble that pays off, handsomely. Print edition only
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8.0
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8.0 |
The Arts Desk
Much of the album sounds like it’s compiled from obscure 70s films that Tarantino would raid
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8.0
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8.0 |
Loud And Quiet
For Danger Mouse, it’s another proof point after his work with Sparklehorse and James Mercer; for Karen O, it’s a brilliant reminder of just how essential she is. As odd music couples go, this one makes more sense with every listen
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7.5
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7.5 |
Earbuddy
Danger Mouse and Karen O really have something good here. It’d be a shame if this is their only collaboration as their project’s simple-named ampersand suggests
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7.3
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7.3 |
Pitchfork
Karen O and Danger Mouse have concocted a lush vivid world on their dreamy and poignant collaboration
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7.0
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7.0 |
The 405
A streamlined and consistent concept with a cinematic touch running throughout, the album isn’t likely to be one of the best of the year, but it is a success all around and sits amongst the pair’s best work
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7.0
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7.0 |
Exclaim
As gorgeous as it all is, it's the banger "Woman" that steals the show
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7.0
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7.0 |
Clash
The innate desire of musical exploration of both artists is clear for all to see on ‘Lux Prima’; a complex but ultimately rewarding listen
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7.0
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7.0 |
The Music
A delightful swirl of refined pop confection to be savoured
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6.0
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6.0 |
The Observer
Orzolek really channels soul-pop sass and Burton brings the funk on some punchier tracks, like the gentle disco of Turn the Light or the minxish roll of Leopard’s Tongue
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6.0
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6.0 |
Uncut
Most fun when it plays up to the contours of Karen O's idiosyncratic voice. Print edition only
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6.0
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6.0 |
The Skinny
While it is endearing to hear Karen O working with a more patient form of songwriting, the raw energy and emotion of her best work isn’t present on Lux Prima
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6.0
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6.0 |
Spectrum Culture
A little focus would have provided a sharper image
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6.0
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6.0 |
The Guardian
The whole album casts a lingering spell
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4.0
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4.0 |
Crack
Translating as ‘Luxury First’, the album’s title is appropriate in describing its prioritisation of style over substance. And style can’t save this one
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