A very good listen. I loved the whole album with the ...
341666
A very good listen. I loved the whole album with the exception of a couple of the songs. My only problem was that there were two or three songs that felt like album filler, the rest were awesome.
4463970
I love just about every track on this album and I've listened through it four or five times in the couple days that I've had it. That said, I understand some of the lower reviews out of people wanting a more 'In the Mountain' 'Censored Colors' feel but that just isn't going to happen. The collaboration with Danger Mouse and lineup changes have quite obviously changed the band's sound, but not in a bad way at all. If you're an open-minded fan of Portugal the man, you'll enjoy this album. There are still plenty of hints of the 'old' band in there.

(The one star review lost all credit to me when it started mentioning the 'Illuminati' conspiracy.)

If the guys want to write about evil. Then let them write about evil.

Great band.
Great album.
Enjoy.

"After you, hell should be easy."
1048235
This was not what I was expecting and I loved it.  It is not necessarily slow tempo or mellow but I liked the mood of it a lot.  I am not sure if I would compare their sounds but if you like Bastille, The Naked and Famous, or the mellower AWOLNation songs I think you would enjoy this album I have listened through the album several times now and I enjoy it each time.  My favorite songs are probably "Hell and Back" and "Chains".

The vinyl quality is very good.  I had no issues with noise.  (I do wash all albums before playing them.)
2696780
Really enjoyed the album.  Songs and music were very enjoyable, and had a unique flavor.
1130869
A very good selection of songs.  We both enjoyed the album quite a bit.  The quality was good as well.
4797572
I just finished listening to the album and while it will take a while to fully sink in, here is my take on the album. By the way, it is a truly wonderful album. Powerful and beautiful yet not as immediately accessible as anything they've released before. This is a very mature album from the best band in the world today.

1. Life in Technicolor- Beautiful instrumental opening. Sets the tone for the glorious music that is to ensue. Gorgeous!

2. Cemetaries of London- This is a great, great, song. Interesting beats. Dark tones and mood. Great Buckland guitar. Atmospheric, delightful head candy. One of my favorite coldplay tracks ever and my most favorite off the new alsbum so far.

3. Lost!- Brilliant song. Rich and textured. This version is more funked out with a thick beat. Beautiful.

4.42-What an opening. Gorgeous and reminiscent of old-school Coldplay. The breakdown at 1:35 is wonderful. This is a song that has it all. Guitar and piano. It is ballady and rockin' and lush and glorious.

5. Lovers in Japan/Reign of Love- Better than the acoustic version I must say. Eno production is sparkling here. Faster beat, beautiful vocals, piano, the whole deal. Reign of Love was a soft delicate ballad but I was not blown away. It was good but not great.

6. Yes/Chinese Sleep Chant- Great opening strings. I think this song will grow on me. It is almost bluegrass sounding. I do love Martin's lower register on this track though.
Chinese Sleep Chant I liked more. Great guitar riff which martins vocals glide over. Gauzy, great reverb, great sound.

7. Viva La Vida- great song, we are all aware.

8. Violet Hill- ditto

9. Strawberry Swing- A real sweet treat this one is. Very different. Almost sounds like a country song meets Fleetwood Mac meets Coldplay's majesty. Reminds me of Eno's An Ending(Ascent) in chord structure. Great chord changes here. Definitely one of the standout songs for me. Chills the whole time. Wow.

Death and All His Friends/The Escapist- Beautiful ballad, one of their best ever, and I love the guitars towards the end. A worthy closing piece though Amsterdam will always be the king of Coldplay album closers. Still this track is gorgeous and the Escapist revisits the wonderful theme of Life in Technicolor while adding the vocals that would have been nice as opener. Granted, this is still a great track.

All in all this album is very solid and a definite 5 stars. Coldplay have progressed and did not go back to the same bag of tricks for this album. Not all fans will be pleased and again, this is an album that demands repeated plays to truly understand its greatness. This album comfortably stands in the ranks of Parachutes and Rush of Blood. I am glad that Coldplay sound as good as ever. We really are lucky to have such inspiring and beautiful music to get us through the long lazy Summer.
3376391
I really loved this album.  It reminded me of the old Teenage Fanclub and a little bit of the dB's as it was produced by Chris Stamey.  The opening tune, "You and Me" brought chills up my neck, and brought me to a time when pop-garage-music was in my blood.  The so-called adolescent slowly crept out as I listened to "The Apple".  Who hadn't gotten their heartbroken, but only recovered by cranking up the headphones to hear the melodies of your favorite rock band.  This is really great stuff.
If you like pop melodies with the fuzz and that undefining vocal, I suggest picking up a copy of this record.  Maybe it will enlighten you or just make you sing along.  The Maflies USA are indeed the Carolina sound.
4570287
Just one of those albums you really want and like to listen too. Just really really Good. I'd recommend it to anyone.
282406
I like the whole album.  I have listened to a number of contemporary flutist since yusef, bobbi, dave, and others, Keep up the good work.
3818486
A very good album, I suggest this album to  all country fans.
3846352
I have a good ear for music and I tell you this is one of my favorite albums. The music is good. He is a great lyricist. The vibe of the entire is right on point. I love it.
3739721
I fell in love with the album the day i got it! Actually to be honest I'm listening to it right now. The whole album in great. It's one of those cd's that I can just put into my stereo, and blast it without every having to skip a track. My favorites are mostly Pardon Me, and I Miss You along with Make Yourself, Steller, and Consequences. The whole album in my opinion is one of there best. Get it! Nuff said.
3182753
This is an excellent album...one of my absolute favorites.
471155
I definitely have some favorites on this album, but the whole thing is pretty great.
997098
I knew there were a few tunes that I liked but the entire album is terrific. This is a great add to my collection.
320157
Hi, This album is a very good album. And a good price. The songs are good to listen to.
3189828
I know as a long time JN fan that I was ecstatic when he announced that he was releasing a new album in the spring of last year. I too at first was surprised at the new and different direction of the album,but I can't say that I was at all disappointed with the sound. The album is great, but you have to have an open mind, when listening to it.  I find the album enjoyable in a very soothing and relaxing kind of way and it's really good to listen to when I'm stressed. The best songs on the album are: Hera, Right By You, Blue Velvet Sea.