Brightside
by The Lumineers
User Score
7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
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  1. music_fan1
    Mar 23, 2022
    6
    A decent LP from The Lumineers. I thoroughly enjoyed a decent portion of this project and found most of the songs good. Despite the somewhat bland lyricism and semi-boring sound and production throughout the album, I did like the adventurous and unique approach in regards to their previous albums. I wish this was more lively and fun, considering the livelier parts are rare and they aren'tA decent LP from The Lumineers. I thoroughly enjoyed a decent portion of this project and found most of the songs good. Despite the somewhat bland lyricism and semi-boring sound and production throughout the album, I did like the adventurous and unique approach in regards to their previous albums. I wish this was more lively and fun, considering the livelier parts are rare and they aren't as good as they can be. It can certainly improve and they have the talent to do better, but I will take this record for what it is. A new style and a fun album to listen to for a relaxing evening from The Lumineers.… Expand

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Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. No Ripcord
    Jan 18, 2022
    60
    BRIGHTSIDE is no different: belt out vibrant and occasionally resonant anthems that are easy to grasp even if somewhat oversimplified. The nuance is altogether lost, though, like most of their discography, it'll win you over with its scrappy, can-do charm.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    Jan 14, 2022
    60
    Won't surprise anyone, but its upbeat feel and finely wrought prettiness will satisfy Luministas for sure. [Jan 2022, p.71]
  3. AllMusic
    Jan 14, 2022
    80
    The easy melodic hooks that drew fans to the Lumineers in the first place remain, but the combination of stronger material and looser performances make for a strong fourth outing.
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