A Thousand Heys
by Mazes
  • Record Label: Fat Cat
  • Release Date: Apr 12, 2011
Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Pitchfork
    Apr 15, 2011
    62
    Though it boasts a couple of heaters, A Thousand Heys butts up against the same problem faced by so many others working in this timeless but relatively basic template -- there are undoubtedly listeners who won't ever get enough of this stuff, but how can you distinguish yourself while still maintaining the spirit of your predecessors?
  2. Clash Music
    Apr 15, 2011
    80
    Amid the deferential nods, Mazes exude vigour and vibrancy.
  3. BBC Music
    Apr 15, 2011
    70
    Whether Mazes are a band that to stand the test of time remains to be seen, but this is an enjoyable, exciting and mostly excellent snapshot of their lives as they are right now; and you can't help but want to join them as the days grow longer and the nights lighter.
  5. AllMusic
    Apr 15, 2011
    70
    A Thousand Heys, is cleaner, easier, and more melody-driven than most releases on, say, In the Red or Dirtnap Records.
  6. The Guardian
    Apr 14, 2011
    80
    There's none of the narcotised throb of Yuck here: Mazes play with real vim, and aren't inclined to let their songs loiter unnecessarily.
  7. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Apr 14, 2011
    80
    Once the initial shock of hearing this Mazes' brand of distorted but highly melodic rock wore off, it gave way to pure delight.
  8. Mojo
    May 18, 2011
    80
    An impressive debut that crackles with vitality. [May 2011, p.112]
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