Claim: Echoes of Silence, the third mixtape by Canadian singer the Weeknd (who is recognized for heavily influencing contemporary R&B), had a rating of B+ given by The A.V. Club and Entertainment Weekly.
Evidence: Echoes of Silence is the third mixtape by Canadian singer the Weeknd, released on December 21, 2011, by his official website. Noted for his falsetto and eccentric music style, Tesfaye is recognized for heavily influencing contemporary R&B and inspiring multiple artists. The A.V. Club B+ Entertainment Weekly B+