Manchester Orchestra A Black Mile to the Surface
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Sowing
Moderator
February 19th 2021


45556 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

I didn't think people were complaining. The reception seems pretty positive to me overall.

Feather
February 19th 2021


11526 Comments

Album Rating: 4.5

@Walrus what part of the internet are you hanging around? I have really only seen positive reception

WalrusTusk
February 19th 2021


2027 Comments

Album Rating: 4.0

I can't remember where I was where people were talking about how it didn't seem as big as some of the tracks on Black Mile, or how it felt underwhelming. When I have time maybe I'll go searching for where that was on this site.

Colton
February 19th 2021


16757 Comments

Album Rating: 3.5

I guess it’s relatively simple structure-wise but it still has a lot going in with the instrumental. Sounds “big” to me. I’m happy with it

Sowing
Moderator
February 19th 2021


45556 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

I agree with the idea that this isn't as emotionally affecting as a lot of BMttS, but neither was The Gold when it kicked that record off. Anyway, I'm cool with MMOG being a sonic departure. These guys have more than earned the right to experiment with different sounds. Even if it flops - which I doubt it will - I'll still respect the hell out of them. And fwiw Bed Head is insanely catchy and IMO the best lead single they released since Simple Math.

WalrusTusk
February 19th 2021


2027 Comments

Album Rating: 4.0

Oh I totally agree. I love this single.

Groundking
February 20th 2021


2436 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

The concert thing they released for this album is fantastic btw for anybody who hasn't seen it yet.

Sowing
Moderator
February 20th 2021


45556 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

Watched it probably 6 times in the last week lol

MarsKid
Emeritus
February 20th 2021


21057 Comments

Album Rating: 4.5

I think my only gripe about the single is that I wish that breakdown at the end hit harder, but for the most part it's a solid song. Hope to hear them try stuff different from it but it's definitely enjoyable.

Sowing
Moderator
February 20th 2021


45556 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

Agreed Mars. My only complaint as well.

Sowing
Moderator
February 21st 2021


45556 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

Am still hoping these guys go full experimental here. I really don't think they can top Black Mile in terms of their traditional alt-rock sound, so it seems likely that they'll either try to expand commercially or go full rabbit hole. Bed Head is somehow both, lol.

Demon of the Fall
February 21st 2021


39133 Comments

Album Rating: 4.0

I’m excited to check the new one, but haven’t decided if I should just wait it out for the album to drop. Somewhat guarded expectations because this is by far and away my fave thing they’ve done.

Sowing
Moderator
February 21st 2021


45556 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

Same here. I live for the hype but I can't help but feel like this new one will somehow let me down. I have no reason to think that though. Outside of Cope (which is still decent), they've only gotten better and better.

Groundking
February 22nd 2021


2436 Comments

Album Rating: 5.0

I'm waiting for the album to drop, keep the experience of the album pure.

Feather
February 22nd 2021


11526 Comments

Album Rating: 4.5

Your guys will power is exponentially higher than mine. I stayed up till midnight, listened to the single and instantly pre-ordered an exclusive vinyl ... then proceeded to jam the new single 20 times the day after.

StickFeit
February 22nd 2021


2349 Comments


Yeah that was my experience

NorthernSkylark
February 22nd 2021


12134 Comments

Album Rating: 2.5

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Pheromone
February 22nd 2021


21850 Comments


oh man i really dislike that new album art

but yeah I will most likely wait for ze album to come out

also lol north sort your rating out

NorthernSkylark
February 22nd 2021


12134 Comments

Album Rating: 2.5

You want me to 2 this

Pheromone
February 22nd 2021


21850 Comments


to be honest, i want you to be honest with yourself

i just wish your self-honesty wasn't masochistic and WRONG



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