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Here is a consolidated list of reviews and ratings for "Trespassing".
Many thanks to @AdamReviews for being the first point of reference for links to the latest reviews!
Publication | Type | Pub. Date & Issue | Reviewer | Title & Excerpt | Country | Rating (if any) | Metacritic Equiv. | |
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Advocate | Magazine | 2012-05-11 | Jeremy Kinser | Hot Sheet: Cheyenne Jackson Changes His Tune "On half of his often-dazzling sophomore album the pop superstar makes the dance record we’ve longed for, but Glambert also wraps his magnificent voice around gorgeous melodies — some with politically infused lyrics." |
United States | #1 highlight of the week | ||
AfterElton | Entertainment News Site | 2012-05-14 | snicks | Review: Adam Lambert's "Trespassing" Is Manna From Glitter Heaven "Was it worth the wait? Adam fans will not be disappointed." |
United States | 4.5/5 | ||
Aftonbladet | Newspaper | 2012-05-11 | Tara Moshizi | Har både själ och personlighet
"It would have been so easy to dismiss Adam Lambert as yet another prior American Idol participant who's desperately trying to stay relevant with the help of earwormy hits and ambitious styling. But the fact is that you can't ignore that this guy actually has something special. We call it talent. The songs, which could have passed as tiresome bubblegum pop, instead have both soul and personality thanks to Lambert's rocky yet still tender voice. In addition, he has the ability to build up emotions in his melodies, without getting stuck in long boring sections. I don't want to go as far as to call him a male Kelly Clarkson, but he's without a doubt awesome at managing his talent - even when the "Idol"-sign stops shining." (Translated from Swedish by @_ninni; translation source) |
Sweden | 3/5 | ||
AllMusic | Music Site | 2012-05-13 | Stephen Thomas Erlewine | Trespassing "...Lambert is a genuine pop star who has now left American Idol far behind." |
United States | 4/5 | 80 | |
Associated Press | News Site | 2012-05-15 | Wayne Parry | Review: Adam Lambert goes dance pop on new album If dance music or the club scene is your thing, then you'll love most of this album." |
United States | |||
Auditory Slam | Blog | 2012-05-09 | Auditory Slam | Adam Lambert – Trespassing Review "...this CD really has a great number of songs that impress even me, one of his biggest critics...flawless production throughout with a great mix of rock, pop, electronica, and dance." |
United States | 7.5/10 (lose tracks 6,7 & 9 and this jumps up to a perfect score) | ||
Billboard | Magazine | 2012-05-15 | Jason Lipshutz | Adam Lambert, 'Trespassing': Track-By-Track Review "'Trespassing' continues the work of the underrated 'For Your Entertainment and allows the singer to keep unveiling his character in broad, colorful strokes. The lesson with Adam Lambert is the same now as it was when he was burning up 'Idol' three years ago -- underestimate him at your own risk." |
United States | 86/100 | 86 | |
Boners and Bitches | Blog | 2012-05-13 | John Paul Gelinas | Album Review - Adam Lambert Trespassing "All in all, it’s a home run. I think this may be the album of the year, and if not, then at least the album of the summer." |
United States | |||
Buzzin.se | Blog | 2012-05-09 | Lyssna på hela Adam Lamberts skiva "The disc is filled with awesome tracks in a great pop/rock blend." (Translated from Swedish) |
Sweden | 4/5 | |||
Chicago Phoenix | Newspaper | 2012-05-15 | Jason Radford | Magazine | A tragically undercooked Glambert | United States | ||
Dallas Morning News | Newspaper | 2012-05-11 | Mario Tarradell | CD review: Adam Lambert steps wrong on dance album | United States | C | ||
David Magazine | Magazine | 2012-05-13 | Elijah Sarkesian | Adam Lambert’s 'Trespassing' "Trespassing is one of the stronger, more consistent mainstream pop albums to come out in the past year..." |
United States | A- | ||
Entertainment Focus | Entertainment News Site | 2012-05-13 | Pip Ellwood | Adam Lambert - Trespassing "Trespassing is the album that we always hoped that Lambert would make. It sounds like it's really his project rather than a mish-mash of other artists and is an early contender for our pop record of the year." |
United Kingdom | 4/5 Stars | ||
Entertainment Weekly | Magazine | 2012-05-18, Issue 1207 | Melissa Maerz | Music Review: Trespassing (2012) | United States | B- | 67 | |
EvokeOnline | Magazine | 2012-05-15 | AlbumConfession | Adam Lambert's "Trespassing" – Track By Track "Trespassing is a phenomenal, near perfect release...This dance, funk sound fits the singer’s personality and vocal ability. Adam shows off the power he has and will go down as one of the greatest male vocalists to ever grace a stage." |
United States | 4.5/5 Stars | ||
EQ Music | Blog | 2012-05-08 | Jordan Meehan | Album Review: "Trespassing" by Adam Lambert "Trespassing is undoubtedly the pop album of the year..." |
United Kingdom | 9.5/10 | ||
fab Magazine | Magazine | 2012-05-15 | Phil Villeneuve | Adam Lambert trespasses into pop territories "It's hard to believe Adam Lambert is part of the American Idol alumni. He's very much his own artist and seems to have successfully escaped that pre-packaged vibe and sound that lot of those singers get stuck in. Trespassing is further proof that this guy is a wild one." |
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HitFix | Music Site | 2012-05-14 | Melinda Newman | Album Review: Adam Lambert's continuing evolution on 'Trespassing' "'Trespassing' shows tremendous evolution in Lambert as an artist who has something to say and he continues to figure out the best ways and the best partners to bring along in that exploration." |
United States | A- | ||
Houston Chronicle | Newspaper | 2012-05-14 | Joey Guerra | Lambert's 'Trespassing' is fierce and flashy "There's a lot going on throughout 'Trespassing,' but it's to Lambert's credit that he never drowns in excess. He's a capable enough singer to not only keep his head above water but also to make almost every moment soar. Just follow the glitter trail in the sky." |
United States | 4/5 Stars | ||
Just Like Jerry | Blog | 2012-05-11 | Jerry Sharell | Adam Lambert, Carrie, Veep, Follies "There's no denying Lambert's amazing vocal chops. And combined with his showmanship, he's proven himself one stellar entertainer." |
United States | A- | ||
Mix1.de | Music Site | 2012-05-13 | Adam Lambert mit dem zweiten Album "Trespassing" | Germany | 7/8 | |||
Music is my King Sized Bed | Blog | 2012-05-12 | Jamie Sward | Album Review: Adam Lambert - Trespassing "Trespassing is the ultimate party album, because after rockin' out hardcore to the first seven tracks, you're going to need to take a breather." |
United States | |||
My Portis Wasp | Blog | 2012-05-08 | Portis Wasp | Adam Lambert - 'Trespassing' Album Review "...trespass he does wasps in the most joyfully cocky of ways over the 15 tracks that make up what might just be the best album you'll hear all year!" |
Scotland | |||
New York Post | Newspaper | 2012-05-14 | Mary Huhn & Isaac Guzman | Smokin' Willie on a country roll | United States | |||
Newsday | Newspaper | 2012-05-14 | Glenn Gamboa | Adam Lambert's 'Trespassing' "...a well-crafted collision of electronic dance pop and upper-register, booming vocals mostly about pushing the envelope and enjoying life." |
United States | B+ | ||
NY Daily News | Newspaper | 2012-05-08 | Jim Farber | Album Review: Adam Lambert, 'Trespassing' (Top Ten in music for Sunday, May 13, 2012) "...his deepest value as a singer, and a star, is his riveting certitude. That’s both politically potent (given his role as an out gay man), and artistically riveting: It's the sound of liberation achieved." |
United States | 4/5 | ||
Planet Grady | Blog | 2012-05-09 | Grady | My Review of Adam Lambert's 'Trespassing' "I dare to say that this is the best album I have heard so far all year." |
United States | |||
Pop Messiah | Blog | 2012-05-08 | Dean Boudreau | Judgement Day: Pop Heaven or Hell? Adam Lambert's "Trespassing" | Canada | Gift from Pop Heaven | ||
Popcrush | Music Site | 2012-05-15 | Scott Shetler | 'Adam Lambert, 'Trespassing' – Album Review "...while 'For Your Entertainment' was a credible debut, Lambert's second album, 'Trespassing,' more fully captures his personality. It's a better representation of the singer's own personal style, his interests and his desires." |
United Sates | 4/5 Stars | ||
Popdust | Blog | 2012-05-08 | Read the Popdust reviews for all 12 tracks on Adam Lambert's "Trespassing" | United States | ||||
PopLedge | Blog | 2012-05-12 | Sarah Hamilton | Album Review – Adam Lambert – Trespassing (Track by Track) "Adam really tells his story through this album, it's personal and emotional but also contains a sense of fun and naughtiness at the same time. This could be a hard balance to strike for some but Lambert and his team deserve credit for the structure and execution of this album..." |
United Kingdom | 9/10 | ||
Rolling Stone | Magazine | 2012-05-24, Issue 1157 | Rob Sheffield | Adam Lambert: Music Review (Also published on CNN.com) "So here's the great pop album everybody was hoping Adam Lambert would make...Glambert sings everything like Zeus in a thong." |
United States | 4/5 Excellent | 80 | |
Slant | Magazine | 2012-05-14 | Jonathan Keefe | Adam Lambert: Trespassing "...Trespassing marks a strutting step forward for Lambert." |
United States | 3.5/5 | 70 | |
Softpedia | Information Site | 2012-05-12 | Elena Gorgan | Adam Lambert “Trespassing” – Album Review "If liberation had an official "spokesperson", it would be Adam – and 'Trespassing' the album would be the anthem." |
United States | |||
Spin or Bin | Blog | 2012-05-08 | Spin or Bin Exclusive "Pop. Premium. Deluxe." |
Singapore | ||||
The Hollywood Reporter | Magazine | 2012-05-15 | Shirley Halperin | Adam Lambert's 'Trespassing': Track-By-Track "Trespassing, Adam Lambert's highly anticipated sophomore effort, which, in one start-to-finish sitting, takes the listener full circle much like a relationship would or a night out or a block of time known as life." |
United States | |||
TheWrap | News Site | 2012-05-15 | Chris Willman | Adam Lambert CD Review: 'Trespassing' Shows Us the True, Naked Adam | United States | |||
Under the Gun Reviews | Entertainment News Site | 2012-05-12 | Grace Duffy | Review: Adam Lambert – Trespassing "Trespassing is easily the most enjoyable pop album yet this year. It's a welcome injection of life and stunning artistic achievement for a sterile scene, from a visionary performer who ought to be celebrated." |
United States | 9/10 | ||
USA Today | Newspaper | 2012-05-14 | Brian Mansfield | Listen Up notables: Lambert, Presley, more (Track by Track Review) "Adam Lambert cavorts with the beats and sounds of electronic dance music on 'Trespassing,' the album fans have been waiting for." |
United States | 3/4 Stars | ||
US Weekly | Magazine | 2012-05-21 | Ian Drew | Adam Lambert Trespassing "The American Idol season 8 runner-up starves off a sophomore slump with a steamy second postshow CD." |
United States | 3/4 | ||
Washington Times | Newspaper | 2012-05-14 | Andrew Leahey | LISTENING STATION: Adam Lambert, Willie Nelson "'Trespassing' is perpetually over-the-top — even absurd at points, especially during the schmaltzy, operatic ballads that dominate the second half — but it's also a career-defining album for Mr. Lambert, who sounds elated to finally let his true colors shine." |
United States | 3/? Stars | ||
Yahoo! Music Canada | Music Site | 2012-05-15 | Dave DiMartino | Adam Lambert Actually Quite Good Shock! "The new album is slickly produced – almost annoyingly so – but filled with hooky, catchy pop tunes that are commercial but not pandering and, as such, seems an actual piece of art rather than a by-product of a dreary television show...This is polished, respectable work, and I'm happy to say I like it." |
Canada | |||
Yahoo! Music: Reality Rocks | Music Site | 2012-05-08 | Lyndsey Parker | Adam Lambert’s 'Trespassing': It's That Deep "Trespassing is one of the best pop albums you will hear in 2012." |
United States |