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Ape In Pink Marble
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

  • Summary: The ninth full-length studio release for the singer-songwriter was written, produced, arranged, and recorded with Noah Georgeson and Josiah Steinbrick.
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I pretend when I look in your eyes Don't know where you're going Don't come back, please come back tonight Just about the only thing left is a lie I... See the rest of the song lyrics
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Magnet
    Oct 18, 2016
    80
    The fantasy and the fantastic continue, and his soft sculptural Dadaist lyrical sense of romance will always go with DevBan's trembling, lilting melodies like cheese and chocolate. [No. 136, p.53]
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  2. Clash Music
    Oct 3, 2016
    80
    Ape in Pink Marble doesn’t do anything innovative because it doesn’t really have to. So go ahead, Devendra, celebrate.
  3. Under The Radar
    Sep 21, 2016
    80
    Ape in Pink Marble carries the feeling that much of it came about through happenstance, from early morning or late night fiddling with gentle melody, and was fortunate to be captured.
  4. Record Collector
    Oct 7, 2016
    80
    On the whole Ape is a chilled listen. It’s glorious that Banhart has found this high watermark plateau so far into his career, especially when you remember he was once in danger of becoming the one-time token hippy at the party.
  5. Drowned In Sound
    Sep 27, 2016
    70
    Ape In Pink Marble may not quite measure up in quality to Mala, but it is definitely a fruitful album by one of the most respected musicians in the business.
  6. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Sep 30, 2016
    70
    Although Banhart might not be in the business of dancing around bonfires anymore, his music still feels like gazing into one, its nocturnal reverie calmly emanating a force both naturalistic and mystical.
  7. The Independent (UK)
    Sep 22, 2016
    60
    Bubbling synths and glistening ripples of acoustic guitar adorn these tales of elite bohemians.

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  1. frankrog29
    Sep 24, 2016
    9
    I highly recommend Ape in Pink Marble, whether you are already a fan or you're a newcomer to Devendra Banhart's superb music. I like all ofI highly recommend Ape in Pink Marble, whether you are already a fan or you're a newcomer to Devendra Banhart's superb music. I like all of his albums, but this one is superior because it has a very catchy, appealing, almost irresistible positive energy to it. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Banhart's music, this album is a good entry point into his oeuvre - it's probably his most accessible album to date. It is cohesive throughout and the production is top-notch. Ape in Pink Marble is one of Mr. Banhart's best albums and, in my opinion, one of the best albums of the year so far.… Expand
  2. Sardine3
    Jul 6, 2019
    8
    Intriguing , esoteric and uneven.Its as if he has multiple personalities , the problem being that not all of them are capable composers orIntriguing , esoteric and uneven.Its as if he has multiple personalities , the problem being that not all of them are capable composers or performers.
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  4. molecular
    Nov 6, 2016
    8
    Devendra Banhart's best album since "Cripple Crow". Actual hooks and catchy tunes instead of the meandering noodling of the last coupleDevendra Banhart's best album since "Cripple Crow". Actual hooks and catchy tunes instead of the meandering noodling of the last couple albums. He still waves his freak flag high but here he is at his most accessible.… Expand

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