The Tipping Point
by Tears for Fears
  • Record Label: Concord
  • Release Date: Feb 25, 2022
Metascore
83

Universal acclaim - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. The Observer (UK)
    Feb 28, 2022
    60
    The end result finds elegance trumping excitement.

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#79 Best Album of 2022
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#60 Most Discussed Album of 2022

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User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 45
  3. Negative: 2 out of 45
  1. Davidwv97
    Feb 25, 2022
    9
    Great production, good songwriting, nice atmosphere, the album doesn't bore for a second. It sounds familiar, but also very modern. A greatGreat production, good songwriting, nice atmosphere, the album doesn't bore for a second. It sounds familiar, but also very modern. A great comeback from two of pop's greatest artists.… Full Review »
  2. mabernethy
    Feb 28, 2022
    9
    Brilliant. Time will tell if this is their best album, but -- at the very least -- it ranks with their best. It has more emotional and musicalBrilliant. Time will tell if this is their best album, but -- at the very least -- it ranks with their best. It has more emotional and musical range than anything previous, and doesn't waste a second. The songs progress in interesting, unexpected directions while containing some of Curt and Roland's most personal songwriting. They take significant risks here, using a bold and varied sonic palette, making The Tipping Point both a consolidation of their strengths and a step toward new directions should they choose to pursue them.… Full Review »
  3. ibu_jac
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Sounds from the future. And lyrics to get us there. Joyous yet truthful. Just when we needed it most. Listen. Love.
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