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Universal acclaim- based on 174 Ratings
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Nov 24, 2021
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Aug 16, 2015Whatever happened to the excitement of music discovery? If true listening pleasure is to be reduced to a couple great records a year, it's a damn good thing Apologies to the Queen Mary is one of them. 9.6/10
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Dec 17, 2012Took me a long time to delve into what Wolf Parade were all about. Apologies To The Queen Mary is an impressive debut. They make indie rock intricate and awesome again. No one track sound the same. First five tracks are brilliant, and the rest are great. All In All, dan Boeckner is a fantastic musician and a wonderful lyricist, and Wolf Parade are a great indie band, and so is this LP. B+
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Jan 30, 2011Based on the quality and originality of the songwriting and the musci itself, Wolf Parade should be known by more people. Arcade Fire were the first indie band I listened to, and so I will always love them, but Wolf Parade are not afraid to go beyond the norm. "Shine a Light" is possibly me favourite song on my mp3 player
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JustinB.Sep 21, 2007It's crazy that is isn't even good enough to be in 2005's top 30. this album is simply breathtaking and great.
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HollisG.Aug 16, 2007
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EricCMar 23, 2007
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MarekVSep 29, 2006They really come with a new impresive sound!
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grayrabbitAug 23, 2006
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oJun 14, 2006Not one of the thirty best albums of 2005? You're crazy or you didn't bother to listen to it a second time. These guys are the goods, their live show wrecked anything else I saw come through nyc, no mistake, this is one of the very best of 2005.
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mr.hankeyJun 3, 2006
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AlanMay 4, 2006A better-than-average album--you can tell there are excellent songs under there, but the production has made the band Modest Mouse-tified, which doesn't really play to their strengths. A good start--but this band isn't the second coming of anything as of yet. And ditch Issac Brock, that would be a good start next time around.
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JonathanSApr 26, 2006Nice sound, but not very special. Bad lyrics too!
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GioSMar 31, 2006One of the best albums of 2005. Canada has had an all-star lineup this year!
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WayneMar 28, 2006Stunning, brilliant, and over all one of the best albums of 2005. As one reviewer called them a more reserved Frog Eyes, they are so much more than that. Wolf Parade goes straight for the heart and keeps on pulling at its strings.
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seamusmMar 28, 2006The Queen Mary has sailed away without me, i'm afraid....kind of disappointed with this cd
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ChupacabraMar 12, 2006wow
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dansMar 9, 2006It's a great album. Jack, you are the hippest of hipsters. Frog Eyes are pretty conventional themselves.
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PatWFeb 3, 2006This is one wicked album. Gets better everytime i listen to it. This heart is definetly on fire....
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BobJan 28, 2006Great album the lyrics are greats and it is so easy to listen to the high quality of music from this talented band. This is made better when out alone in the dead of night listening to it while walking alnoe.
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colinmJan 11, 2006the arcade fire were but a voice crying out in the wilderness wolf parade are our rock and roll messiahs
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jackJan 6, 2006Wolf Parade are like Frog Eyes if Frog Eyes played conventional indie rock. But for those of us who love Frog Eyes, as I do, a more conventional version of that band just isn't of much interest
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laureneDec 21, 2005lyrics drums flawless
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MartyYDec 20, 2005The album lacks a tad of the despairing emotion from their pre-Sub Pop EP, but the album still rocks hard. Great songs, great arrangements, great vocals. Every time I listen to "Dear and Sons and Daughters..." and "I'll Believe in Anything" I forget whatever I'm doing and I get lost in the music. Why I haven't been in more car accidents is a miracle.
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JohnNDec 14, 2005
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MackDec 10, 2005
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RyanDNov 30, 2005Meh . . . Over hyped, over rated album.
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seamusNov 21, 2005they might sound and be influenced by this or that, but look past comparisons and look at the beauty that is "Apologies to the Queen Mary"
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MikeyBNov 19, 2005
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BenJNov 17, 2005Complete tunless dirge. Put next to Arcade Fire this record is a complete joke. Sack one of the vocalists, drop a keyboard, get a bass player in and a decent producer. Overhyped Rubbsih Record Of The Year.
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KeithRNov 16, 2005
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AlexPNov 12, 2005Sounds like they
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SmazNov 9, 2005Everything we can ask for from a modern indie band. Apologies delivers with scintillating vocal synths and catchy guitar riffs, yet at the same time presenting an assortment of songs that can't help but draw references to Modest Mouse and the intricateness of Yo La Tengo.
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EvangelineNov 9, 2005Amazing.
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ShaneMNov 8, 2005Comparisons to Arcade Fire are off the mark. This is rehashed 80's, typical of the new "indie" sound, done by so many these days - British Sea Power, Bloc Party, Interpol. If I hadn't grown up in the 80's I miight find this fresh. Not a bad album just nothing new.
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ColinKNov 1, 2005Best band to make it off the Canadian Indi sceen in years.
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acOct 31, 2005awesome album. one of the best new indie bands!
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TipsyMOct 31, 2005
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RickardBOct 31, 2005amazing really
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JimMOct 28, 2005
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BenOOct 28, 2005At first listen, the similarity to Modest Mouse is the most noticable thing. However, repeated listens reveal that this band has a lot more to offer, and it's ultimately an even more enjoyable listen then some of Modest Mouse's best.
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GIJoeOct 27, 2005nothing new but worth a listen. typical of recent indie rock. listen to more music (get a good foundation) not just what is currently hyped. if u need to listen through SO many times before appreciating any creative nuances then it's probably not a very fresh sound.
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JeanTOct 26, 2005For me, it's the best album of the year (with Arcade Fire, of course, but better).
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KristiCOct 25, 2005wow! frog eyes and arcade fire put together, this is the best thing I've heard in a while.
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MartiHOct 25, 2005A good LP that grows on you with repeated listenings. It is reminiscent of Modest Mouse, but that's not a bad thing. I recommend it.
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AlfredT.Oct 22, 2005Arcade Fire has the better, more emotion-driven live show but Apologies to the Queen Mary surpasses Funeral....well, almost. But, it's still damn good.
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trOct 21, 2005If your not totally into this record by the third listen then something is wrong with you!
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AaronSOct 20, 2005fantastic debut, all I can say is Oh, Canada. Watch out Americans, Canadians indie bands are taking over, from Broken Social scene to Arcade fire and Metric, now we can add Wolf Parade. Were colonizing the indie scene, deal with it, oh and when where done colonizing we'll take CYHSY for good measure.
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T-WiLLOct 19, 2005Solid album on the whole. "Shine a Light" is hands down the best single of 2005. Give the rest of the album a few spins before you pass judgement. Its hooks will eventually set in.
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J.R.Oct 19, 2005After over-rated albums by CYHSY and others we finally have an album that lives up to the hype. Clap Your Hands for Wolf Parade!
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AlanAldaOct 18, 2005Alan Alda says it is just ok. " Eh " sums it up.
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BradOct 18, 2005
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TomBOct 12, 2005if this was the first indie album I ever heard, yeah I'd be excited about this. But since it's about the 10,000th, it's real ho-hum. Some nice parts, some grating, but ultimately no better or worse than a dozen other indie releases this year.
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coryhOct 11, 2005This album is so good. I saw them awile ago and played their EP to death. The album ruins a few of the strong points of older versions of the songs, but the rerecords and new tracks more than make up for that. Best album yet this year. And it will be the best of the year, IF the Arcade Fire dont get a new album out.
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RaulJuliaOct 11, 2005So this is it. The hottest thing since CYHSY or Sufjan's ne one. Well, let me tell you...I have listened to it now 8-10 times and it keeps getting better. It is not as portable as its MM connection, even with Mr. Brock's production. Worth the time for sure.
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BennyOct 6, 2005Ehh
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[Anonymous]Oct 5, 2005I was doubtful when I bought this CD, but I was very wrong. One of the best CDs this year. Much more listenable than Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, the vocals are much better. Equally good as Arcade Fire's Funeral in my opinion.
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JosieSOct 5, 2005I'm obsessed with this album and constantly nagging friends to check it out.
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DrewKOct 5, 2005This CD wins the "Most Overrated/Overhyped Offering of the Year" award. It's pretty good, especially considering it's a debut LP. But Wolf Parade is just treading the well-worn path of groups like Modest Mouse, Arcade Fire and CYHSY. There's nothing here that you haven't heard before. If you like indie rock you'll be pleased, but don't expect to be blown away.
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LeeGOct 4, 2005Great album. Great band name. "Shine a Light", "Hearts on Fire", and "I'll Believe in Anything" stand out but there isn't one back track.
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DanCOct 4, 2005Sensational debut, that takes their earlier EP's and expands the soundscape of them. Fucking great live band and really nice dudes as well
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B.O.BraxtonOct 4, 2005THis AlBuM RULzZZZ111!!!!
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PhilipFOct 3, 2005High highs and not very low lows. Gets boring in the middle but finishes strong. Not as consistent as Funeral or CYHSY, but still very good.
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JakeM-Oct 2, 2005Au contraire, Chris S, and any other nay sayers. Head and shoulders above all the other indie also-rans, like (especially) Clap Your Hands Say No....er Yeah (no really, just say no). This time, do believe the hype.
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BenAOct 1, 2005Seriously the best thing I have heard in a long time. This one deserves all the attention it is getting and then some.
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AdamXOct 1, 2005It is great, but I don't caculate this as a 91 overall... and it is nowhere near the best of the year... get Sufjan back on top! After 38 reviews and an average of 90 he deserves the top.
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kenjimSep 30, 2005Satisfying on every level. This is the freshest album in years.
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ShawnASep 30, 2005As close to perfect a debut I've ever heard.
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JoeGSep 30, 2005A simply amazing album. It seemed almost average on the first listen, but after putting some time into it, I can't stop listening. Every track is brimming with emotion and the inovation is clear. Definately my favorite album of the year, surpassing even Twin Cinema in my eyes.
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NickKSep 30, 2005
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BayardRSep 29, 2005"I'll believe in anything" is just stunning.. my god what is going on in Canada?
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renénSep 29, 2005hands down, or is it up?? doesn't matter, this should be record of the year
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ChupacabraSep 29, 2005wow
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KyleJSep 29, 2005"I'll believe in anything" might be the best song....ever. Seriously.
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SeanTSep 29, 2005
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J.G.ReidSep 29, 2005Yawn. I treid to like it, I really did, but after several listens all I hear is by the number indie rock. There is nothing particularly new or interesting here. It's not bad, just painfully average.
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DavidRSep 29, 2005I agree with the comment that it falls flat after the intro song. Based on the hype and the single, I had hoped for more. Its not terrible, but it is released in a time of much, much better music being released.
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sunkilmoon.Sep 29, 2005a storming debut for sure. however, those familiar with the ep's that come before this album know that this album isn't as good as it should of been. isaac brock put his mark down on some songs and sucked the life out of them. if it's not broke, don't fix it. yes?
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PaulMSep 29, 2005The most exciting and captivating album I've heard in quite a long time.
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BradleyKSep 29, 2005One of the top five albums of the year easily.
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CharlesSep 28, 2005While i would rate Illinois as the best album of the year, this is a clase second and it does have best i have heard this year Ill believe in anything
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GregRSep 28, 2005I cannot stop listening to this album. easily my new favourite band.
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JohnnyJSep 28, 2005somebody please turn off the hype machine. this album is derivative in the worst way and fails to rise above the pedestrian throughout its running time. comparisons to arcade fire and modest mouse are not to be believed.
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mattaSep 28, 2005Total mind-blowing stuff. Modest Mouse and Arcade Fire comparisons have been given, and although this band may have been influenced by both bands their sound is more fully realized. Up there with Illinoise and Black Sheep Boy as album of the year.
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FaulknerMSep 28, 2005simply remarkable.
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JimmyDSep 28, 2005Just shut up and listen.
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RansomCSep 28, 2005oh my god!!! so, so, so good. it's like hearing the white album for the first time.
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JohnnyCoolSep 28, 2005Wolf Parade owe about as much their sound to the Arcade Fire as Soundgarden owed their sound to Nirvana. The comparisons are ONLY because they come from the same scene. Their respective sounds come from very different places. I personally prefer Wolf Parade and this album to anthing I've heard in a long, long time.
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PatrickMSep 28, 2005Isn't this what indie ought to be? This album is fun, engaging, enthralling, and just straight-up cooler than the mainstream would ever give us. Also, do yourself a favor and see them live with Arcade Fire this fall, it will prove to be a very rewarding experience!
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BradKSep 28, 2005Spencer's yelping lyrical flow in Dear Sons and Daughters... is perfect. Wolf Parade embody rock, the ideals of Halloween sounds, pain, thinking, and other crisp visions.
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JustinASep 27, 2005I agree with michael s. This album owes much to the success of the Arcade Fire, but there's still no denying that: a) They do a much better job of it than CYHSY; b) This is one of the year's best albums. Most of the songs make you want to jump up and dance - there's a perfect combination of pop sensibility and rawness at work.
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RossCSep 27, 2005I'm with Chris S: Overrated. Spencer Krug's voice is a rake on a windowpane. I don't know how anyone could dance to this for 5 seconds, let alone "all night long." (Is SubPop salting the readers' forum?) Definitely preview before you buy.
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ChelseaDSep 27, 2005Great debut, one of the best CDs this year.
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danoSep 27, 2005Album of the year thus far.
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NajeebASep 27, 2005One of the best albums of the year. Hands Down.
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michaelsSep 27, 2005it seems the arcade fire invented a new style of music, adopted by clap your hands say yeah! and now wolf parade. one of the best abulms i've ever heard and i'm still only on track 7! thank you, you adorable parading wolves
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MarioISep 27, 2005hands down the best album of the year.
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TimothyBSep 27, 2005My ears and ankles are broken from dancing to this all night long.
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ChrisSSep 26, 2005Falls flat after the great opening track. Certainly can't compete with this year's freshest produce, Hold Steady, The New Lows and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah.
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JoshuaO.Sep 26, 2005The best album of year, imagine Arcade Fire with staying power.
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Awards & Rankings
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Wolf Parade do what they do better than anyone in recent memory.
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On paper this all could sound average, but Wolf Parade's true talent is transforming the everyday into the unprecedented.
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They’ve cleaned up their grungy guitar lines (thank you Sub Pop), reworked a few of the best songs from their early EPs, and the result is undoubtedly the best contender for the Arcade Fire/Broken Social Scene-helm of 2005.