7
by Beach House
  • Record Label: Sub Pop
  • Release Date: May 11, 2018
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
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  1. Dusted Magazine
    Sep 10, 2018
    60
    It’s hard to think of 7 as anything other than an extension of Beach House’s sound, incorporating slightly different, smaller ideas but all easily applied to their own syntax.
  2. The Observer (UK)
    May 14, 2018
    60
    Lemon Glow is particularly engrossing, a curdled night sky of a tune whose constituent parts weave in and out of focus. Black Car provides even more enthralling unease, where the various elements become unexpectedly off-kilter and 3D. ... Elsewhere, though, it’s business as usual.
  3. DIY Magazine
    May 11, 2018
    60
    Seven albums in, and with a formula that’s kept its core elements largely the same, it’s largely Beach House by-numbers, but the pair have a gravitational pull that looks like it will never run dry.
  5. Q Magazine
    May 8, 2018
    60
    There's plenty to uncover within its slowly crashing waves of sound, but the main problem is that it all washes over you without leaving a lasting impression. Sumptuous, but forgettable. [Jul 2018, p.108]
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  6. The Skinny
    May 8, 2018
    60
    While they may not have completely achieved seventh heaven here, 7 is still a solid first step heralding Beach House’s next phase.
  7. Mojo
    May 7, 2018
    60
    Pay No Mind plays appealingly like The Jesus And Mary Chain slowed to 16 rpm. Then, just as you're settling into drowsy twilight, out of nowhere, a lyric smacks like citrus on the tongue. [Jun 2018, p.89]
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  8. Paste Magazine
    May 11, 2018
    55
    It’s not terrible, it’s mostly pleasant to listen to, it’s beautifully produced and it’s easy to recognize the skill it takes to craft their saintly, synth-driven sound. But when you couple a critical reputation like theirs with the band’s own claim of making a big artistic jump, mostly pleasant to listen to shouldn’t cut it.

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#69 Most Discussed Album of 2018
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User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 205 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 179 out of 205
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 205
  3. Negative: 17 out of 205
  1. gustavolsb
    May 11, 2018
    10
    This feels like a step forward from their last two albums, with beautiful and polished songs that could easily fit as a soundtrack of a roadThis feels like a step forward from their last two albums, with beautiful and polished songs that could easily fit as a soundtrack of a road trip at night. The instrumentation feels soothing and expansive, and as you listen it definitely feels like a dream, which I didn't expect after the ethereal sounds of Depression Cherry. Definitely one of their best along with Bloom and Teen Dream.… Full Review »
  2. BrushedRed
    May 11, 2018
    10
    Their best since Bloom. Each and every track are highlights. The last 3 songs are the strongest stretch in their discography. This is a thick,Their best since Bloom. Each and every track are highlights. The last 3 songs are the strongest stretch in their discography. This is a thick, dense album to get lost in. Can’t really say much else. If you thought the singles were great, you’re in for a treat. The album itself is even better than just the singles. I highly recommend. This will probably be my album of the year this year.… Full Review »
  3. choumah
    May 16, 2018
    10
    Wonderful album. One of my best album of the year so far! Beach house never disappointed.
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