4AD's "Autosmile" Scores 8.6 and Best New Music from Pitchfork
British label 4AD announced on its official Instagram account that its new release "Autosmile" has received an 8.6 score from Pitchfork and been named Best New Music. The post consisted of a direct quote from the review itself, with no additional label commentary attached.
What the Review Says
The Pitchfork review describes the album as "earnest and weird," and credits it with doing something most music doesn't: making listeners want to examine their own lives.
Best New Music is a distinction Pitchfork reserves for a small number of releases in any given period, and an 8.6 sits well within the site's upper scoring range. 4AD chose to build its social promotion entirely around the review excerpt, without pairing it with any other release news or touring information.
What We Know So Far
- Release: "Autosmile"
- Label: 4AD
- Critical reception: Pitchfork score of 8.6, tagged Best New Music
- Source: 4AD's official Instagram
What Hasn't Been Announced Yet
Beyond the Pitchfork score and the Best New Music designation, 4AD has not shared any other release or touring details. For now, anyone wanting more context on "Autosmile" will need to check 4AD's official channels directly.