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Originally Posted by wheart
I remember Rolling Stone only gave Pele 2 stars and said it was just a big mess. It's definitely on my top 10 album list!
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I'm always incredibly shocked when I see that review. I think it's one of the most cohesive and brilliant albums of the past 20 years. Of course, I rarely agree with critics when it comes to my favorite artists' albums.
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Originally Posted by wheart
And that really saddens me, if the critics are indeed correct. I always though ADP could have been an amazing album if about 6 or so songs were cut. Some of the songs sounded like they belonged on a completely different album altogether. Judging from the critics, she's made the same mistake with AATS but I will reserve judgement until I hear it for myself.
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Yeah, from what I can tell, AATS is wildly uneven, but at least it seems to be brilliantly produced, which is a step up from both TBK and ADP. They both feel rushed, despite the fact that some of the best songs of her career are on them. I just hope the AATS tour keeps up the standard she has set with the solo performances!