Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 350 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 298 out of 350
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 350
  3. Negative: 25 out of 350

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  1. TomW
    Jul 4, 2005
    10
    Best album of the year. Don't believe those who are turned off by all the buzz around these guys. You don't need pitchfork to know that this album is wonderful.
  2. DrewK
    Oct 7, 2005
    10
    Based on the user reviews this seems to be a "love it or hate it" album. But after repeated listens I've got to wonder how many of the bad reviews are more a product of the current "indie backlash" trend than any qualms with the music itself. After you get past the wretched first track, there isn't a single weak spot on the album. Frankly, this type of consistency is astounding Based on the user reviews this seems to be a "love it or hate it" album. But after repeated listens I've got to wonder how many of the bad reviews are more a product of the current "indie backlash" trend than any qualms with the music itself. After you get past the wretched first track, there isn't a single weak spot on the album. Frankly, this type of consistency is astounding from a debut LP. If you like good music and you can adapt to a "unique" vocalist then you will probably end up loving this CD. CYHSY's sound is akin to what you'd get if you threw the Talking Heads, Radiohead and Modest Mouse into a blender with an E pill. The best thing about it is that despite being instantaneously listenable/catchy/accessible, it still actually grows on you.… Collapse
  3. RyanR
    Jun 30, 2005
    10
    This album is amazing. So happy and full of emotion. It sounds like everyone and you hear so many influences, yet, it sounds so original and fresh.
  4. franks
    Jul 14, 2005
    10
    Do I even need to say why?
  5. erike
    Jul 6, 2005
    10
    upon first listen, i was unimpressed. after 2 to 3 listens i came around and i am now addicted to this record, definitely along with the national one of the best of the year. if you do not like this album, you'd probably appreciate the new weezer or another crap U2 or coldplay record.
  6. JimS
    Sep 7, 2005
    10
    This is an incredibly solid CD, especially for a band's first release. The middle of this album is packed solid, with such songs as "Details of the War" and "Heavy Metal" packing the most punch. Although it is impossible to understand what the hell this guys is singing, it really matters little in the end. The raw emotion, the feeling that this band cares about its music, not about This is an incredibly solid CD, especially for a band's first release. The middle of this album is packed solid, with such songs as "Details of the War" and "Heavy Metal" packing the most punch. Although it is impossible to understand what the hell this guys is singing, it really matters little in the end. The raw emotion, the feeling that this band cares about its music, not about popularity, run crisply through my earphones.… Expand
  7. DavidH
    May 5, 2006
    10
    In my humble opinion, the best album I've heard in years.
  8. dugdug
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    This album knocks it out of the park. It is impossible to overhype it. I've had it for a month now and I still can't go three days without listening to it.
  9. FrancesA
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    I love this band. Such a fresh, new sound, makes you want to get up and groove!
  10. rubberrubby
    Jul 10, 2005
    10
    rubbish!!!
  11. ScottB
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    Amazing.
  12. LisaS
    Jul 1, 2005
    10
    Easily the best album of the year so far.
  13. matt
    Sep 30, 2005
    10
    one of the most fun and unique records out this year. some elements of talking heads but a great combo of smiths like melodies, new orderish bass and cure-esque keyboards. Skin of my yellow country teeth is my fav trak.. stays in your head so hook laden with great souds from indie producer Adam Lasus
  14. ScottV
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    classic indie rock, a must listen.
  15. LizziS
    Jan 18, 2006
    10
    Bloody brilliant album, everyone should own it.
  16. ChrisR
    Dec 1, 2006
    10
    A completely upbeat off-center release. The singer doesn't have the best voice but is a fantastic vocalist. The music hooked me instantly and hasn't let me go since. I hear so many influences wrapped into a nice neatly wrapped package. Namely Joy division, Velvet Underground, Talking Heads and Arcade Fire. All bands I love.
  17. mavitia
    Jan 7, 2006
    10
    it's 522 am but i'm up, staring at my computer screen. poorly articluting random ideas and listening to them because something in their sound resonates with something i'm trying to get in touch with. thanks guys
  18. sdaasdad
    Aug 4, 2006
    10
    is the best
  19. Mars88
    Sep 24, 2006
    10
    They sound alot like wolf parade, but that doesn't make them any less amazing.
  20. jesuschrist
    Jan 5, 2007
    10
    very good. One of the best bands of the century
  21. PatK.
    Aug 30, 2008
    10
    Peter W You have no heart or soul... his voice is perfect for this music/album. This CD is AMAZING.
  22. MattM
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    The best, most passionate, and most refreshing record in years.
  23. MaxS
    Nov 30, 2005
    10
    This album is kicka$$ buy it now
  24. BillyL
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    This album is single handedly revolutionizing the way people think about indie bands!
  25. MichaelR
    Dec 7, 2005
    10
    Checking pitchfork, as I'm prone to do, I came across the description of this singer as the lead singe of Interpol warbling through Jeff Mangum's throat. After th initial burst of indignation at Neutral Milk Hotel being dragged into another review of a band they (most likely) had nothing in common with, I started to hunt for the album. Ifinally got it, put it to play in the Checking pitchfork, as I'm prone to do, I came across the description of this singer as the lead singe of Interpol warbling through Jeff Mangum's throat. After th initial burst of indignation at Neutral Milk Hotel being dragged into another review of a band they (most likely) had nothing in common with, I started to hunt for the album. Ifinally got it, put it to play in the background as I started my homework. I was floored. I would be going to class emptyhanded, it seemed. The first song immediately lets you know what's going on. You are, in fact, front row at a circus. It's the kind of opening track that's so weird you just know whatever follows wil be good, quirky enough that the simplicity and lack of real musical innovation seem completyely irrelevant. It invites you to fall in love, or at least sink into deep relaxation as the gypsies steal your wallet. After this the rest of the album gleefully floats by, fulfilling all the promises he first song made. Cryptic lyrics, twangy guitars, slow melodies, driving beats, child stars. The music becomes everything they want it to be as it seemlessly blends more influences than they may even know they had (Talking Heads, David Bowie, and Modest Mouse, just to name a few). Of course, the critics are right. Lead singer Ounsworth can't sing at all, at the lyrics are gibberish, not even the good playful kind. luckily, the two cancel each other out. Rather than getting bogged down in lyrics they don't need, the musical backing blasts through and Ounsworth Warbles on top, happy to use his voice as oddly tuned accompaniment rather than a source of insightful lyrics. The stand outs are there. "Over and Over Again (Lost and Found)" throws in the synthesizer and reels in the vocals ever so slightly to show you the best song the Talking Heads never recorded. "The Skin of My Yellow Country teeth" gives a fuzzy rendition of arcade theme music to introduce the driving drums and plucky guitar of an exciting western rock single. "Upon This Tidal wave of Young Blood" starts with some unassuming accoustic guitarthat leave you unprepared for the frantic album finale that reminds you (intentionally?) of the Unicorns "Child Star", repeating one line with all the urgency he can muster until the album abruptly fades out. The first listen confused and surprised me, and the following replays entranced me. This is easily the best new album I've heard this year.… Expand
  26. JoshB
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    An amazing debut from an amazing band. See them live, it's worth it. They rock so much. You will absolutely be blown away.
  27. JoeyS
    Jun 29, 2005
    10
    unique (to me at least) band, with an incredible album from beginning to end. go to the website and download the mp3s-you don't wanna miss this one.
  28. ToddB
    Jun 30, 2005
    10
    I thought at first that "Mocking Heads" might be a more approprate handle for this band, until I really started to listen to the disc. It's like crack music. So incredibly addictive. It may not be the most original LP to come out this year, but barring another Yankee Hotel Foxtrot or Funeral, you can bet they'll top out more than a few "Best of" lists this year.
  29. TomC
    Jul 1, 2005
    10
    Forget what the critics, backlashers, bloggers, and pundits say. Please just give this album a listen with no preconceived notions. It will make your life better.
  30. Chet
    Jul 14, 2005
    10
    Dont believe the hype or the backlash, but if you like catchy indie rock/pop, odds are you'll like this record...
  31. wrr
    Jul 14, 2005
    10
    just listen to the album for what it is, not for what i think about pitchfork - try to stop listening to this record
  32. coulef
    Jul 14, 2005
    10
    CYHSY is fantastic. At times derivitive and familiar but more often fresh and creative. I think this CD is excellent and would love to see them come to my town. MILWAUKEE,WI!!!
  33. NetoN
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    Best album I've heard in ages. The self-production adds to the songs' intimacy. Voice a bit like Jeff Magnum but poppier subject-matter and melodies flying everywhere. Buy the album and support a band doing it for themselves!
  34. NoahP
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    Amazing music, but that wonderfully terrible voice really is the icing on the cake.
  35. VanL
    Jul 16, 2005
    10
    A really great album that, unfortunately, comes out at a time when many people are so eager to hate "the next big thing." People that just truly enjoy Indie Rock music will thoroughly appreciate this release.
  36. JustinC
    Jul 16, 2005
    10
    Perfect pop, extremely fun to listen to
  37. elizw
    Jul 17, 2005
    10
    mind-bogglingly spectacular.
  38. KarenI
    Jul 17, 2005
    10
    Wooow! Shines!
  39. Bfizzle
    Jul 21, 2005
    10
    Fuck the backlash, this album is as great as they say it is.
  40. VivianC
    Jul 29, 2005
    10
    Awesome.
  41. JohnD
    Jul 3, 2005
    10
    Phenomenal album. Best of the year, by far.
  42. BenA
    Aug 3, 2005
    10
    This is easily one of the most fun albums of the year. Great car music. Great chill music. Great alone-time music. It's the most versatile album to come out in a long time. The production is fine. All the elements of greatness are there. I do have a feeling that Clap Your Hands Say Yeah's best moments are ahead of them, but this is an exquisite album. It's refreshing and This is easily one of the most fun albums of the year. Great car music. Great chill music. Great alone-time music. It's the most versatile album to come out in a long time. The production is fine. All the elements of greatness are there. I do have a feeling that Clap Your Hands Say Yeah's best moments are ahead of them, but this is an exquisite album. It's refreshing and new. It has a contagious energy. It's like discovering The Bends for the first time. And that's about as great a compliment that one can give.… Expand
  43. naja
    Aug 5, 2005
    10
    howcome no one makes music like this anymore? a breath o fresh air, i'm tired of all the over produced super treble guitar dance bands taking over the indie scene. a classic for sure, buy it!
  44. MikeB
    Sep 1, 2005
    10
    Addictive pop hooks + wonderfully weird + kinetic energy = I can't stop listening
  45. BenD
    Sep 10, 2005
    10
    This album is incredibly good. CYHSY knows how to create good hooks that will stay in your head for hours after listening. Singer Alec Ounsworth's pubescent Thom Yorkish singing may irritate some listeners, but I personaly love it. This is the best album of 2005 so far.
  46. JustinF
    Sep 28, 2005
    10
    This band has created something purely remarkable with their debut album. The most amazing thing is that every song on this hole album has its own secure strength. The spacial qualities of the music provide a mysteriously large backdrop which is then splattered with crisp and thick guitars which weave between one another, intertwined but never colliding. The omnipresent synth drones and This band has created something purely remarkable with their debut album. The most amazing thing is that every song on this hole album has its own secure strength. The spacial qualities of the music provide a mysteriously large backdrop which is then splattered with crisp and thick guitars which weave between one another, intertwined but never colliding. The omnipresent synth drones and wavering detuned oscilators pull the music in a direction reminiscent of the montreal sound yet at the same time set this music apart as unique and finely crafted imperfection. when it comes down to it, you must listen for yourself becuase all the odd and intensley raw components of the music will leave you stunned and deeply appreciative of this music.… Expand
  47. Jason
    Sep 29, 2005
    10
    Cannot stop listening. This certainly deserves the hype and took me only one listen to be hooked. Watch out for these guys.
  48. jonathano
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    I love every song that they have on that cd!
  49. tommym
    Jan 13, 2006
    10
    the best albumi have heard for quite while
  50. keving
    Jan 22, 2006
    10
    brilliant sound, they deserve a record deal!
  51. NicholasT
    Jan 23, 2006
    10
    An incriminatingly great album. Why does everyone keep on harping on the fact that Ounsworth's voice isn't good? Yes, the man does not have a good voice, but at least he doesn't pretend that he does. The songs on Clap Your Hands Say Yeah don't particulary facilitate an angelic voice anyways. What Ounsworth's voice does have in spades is emotion. Even though the An incriminatingly great album. Why does everyone keep on harping on the fact that Ounsworth's voice isn't good? Yes, the man does not have a good voice, but at least he doesn't pretend that he does. The songs on Clap Your Hands Say Yeah don't particulary facilitate an angelic voice anyways. What Ounsworth's voice does have in spades is emotion. Even though the arrangements of the songs are brilliant and original in scope, it is his unique voice that lends itself to them that much more and makes them even more etherial than they were to begin with. Oh and to all the posters who are jumping on the "i-hate-critics-that-only-say-they-like-a-band-because-they-feel-obligated-to" bandwagon: critics, however off-base or conspicuous they may seem, are simply giving their opinion, not twisting it to fit some pretense latent nature. Most of the time they are, in fact, just flat-out wrong. Not just going along with what everyone else believes. Anyways, ClapYour Hands Say Yeah is a must buy (in my opinion) and ranks as my 2nd favorite album of '05.… Expand
  52. ChrisG
    Feb 12, 2006
    10
    It's so unique and the sound is so good, I can't really describe it. I was a little confused at first but this ranks as top five on my albums of 2005
  53. ligerk
    Feb 27, 2006
    10
    stop thinking!! just feel it! that's it!!
  54. MikeL
    Feb 28, 2006
    10
    Wonderful. Talking heads goes to the circus.
  55. Dave
    Mar 4, 2006
    10
    Love it!
  56. leop
    Apr 15, 2006
    10
    something to be cherished .. a hallmark of independent music.
  57. WilsonA.
    Dec 12, 2007
    10
    There are only 3 or 4 albums that I can honestly say don't have a single bad song. This is one of them
  58. FabM
    Jan 24, 2007
    10
    Certainly the best album in the last 15 years. Nothing is like CYHSY, for sure. And the voice...? Well, Lou Reed reminds a asthma-like voice, but is still one of the best rockers ever ;)
  59. scafy
    Feb 23, 2007
    10
    very good album, very good band, very good vocal and music! yeah
  60. HC
    Feb 20, 2008
    10
    CYHSY is an immaculate album.
  61. CanadianPhilosopher
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    Fantastic album. If you are a fan of classic alternative pop, go out and buy this album immediately. Each song is catchier than the last. I have worn out my CD from overplaying it.
  62. KjetilG
    Nov 17, 2005
    10
    Best CD of 2005
  63. BrianG
    Nov 21, 2005
    10
    to quote the Guinness guys: Brilliant!
  64. FiskeS
    Nov 29, 2005
    10
    Amazing.... Great album.
  65. AdrieC
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    help! I can't stop playing this cd!
  66. SLUGGOO
    Dec 1, 2005
    10
    Talking heads, David Bowie, rapped up into 1 with a rythm that will knock your SOX off, I love it, You deffinetly have to listen to it a few times before it sinks in. They will be huge !
  67. scottr
    Dec 16, 2005
    10
    Best Damn CD I have heard this year. For all those people that say that the lead singers voice sucks....It is the worse voice that I am grateful to hear. This band is original and makes you wanna listen to new music agian. If you dont like it then go listen to Nickelback and put a bullet through your left testicle.
  68. tigerbalm
    Dec 3, 2005
    10
    Skin of my yellow country teeth....As good as it gets!! At the risk of sounding like a muscial fascist, if you slag this off, you're just crap.
  69. MikeC
    Dec 4, 2005
    10
    I'm not an indie-rock nerd: there are some indie darlings that I love, like Death From Above 1979 and Kings of Convenience, but I am no way "in the know." However, when I randomly stumbled upon CYHSY, I was absolutely floored. This is, beyond a shadow of a doubt, my favorite album of the year. Every song is excellent, and some songs (including- but not limited to- "Upon This Tidal I'm not an indie-rock nerd: there are some indie darlings that I love, like Death From Above 1979 and Kings of Convenience, but I am no way "in the know." However, when I randomly stumbled upon CYHSY, I was absolutely floored. This is, beyond a shadow of a doubt, my favorite album of the year. Every song is excellent, and some songs (including- but not limited to- "Upon This Tidal Wave Of Young Blood," "Over And Over Again (Lost And Found)," "Clap Your Hands!," and "Heavy Metal") are basically perfect. As a few reviews have said, if you don't have this album, you're a complete fool. This is not an indie rock gem- this is a MUSIC gem. I defy someone to listen to "Heavy Metal" or "Over And Over Again" and not sing it non-stop for days at a time.… Expand
  70. FoodwadMcGee
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    This album eats food, and it is the best eater of food I've seen all year.
  71. jimo
    Oct 26, 2005
    10
    The best new band to come along in 20 years.
  72. Lauren
    Jul 12, 2005
    10
    I can't get enough of this album. It gets better with every listen. I gained a greater appreciation for it once I heard Alec Ounsworth(the lead singer)'s solo work. The guy's voice is what does it for me, he's all over the map. It is an album that is held very personally dear, I don't think it's possible to be even remotely objective about this album. (how I can't get enough of this album. It gets better with every listen. I gained a greater appreciation for it once I heard Alec Ounsworth(the lead singer)'s solo work. The guy's voice is what does it for me, he's all over the map. It is an album that is held very personally dear, I don't think it's possible to be even remotely objective about this album. (how could you about any album) But I don't think it's overrated, I think it's wonderfully fun and a great fresh approach to the summer. I expect even more great things from this band. This isn't the BEST! ALBUM! EVER! but truly gets better with every listen.… Expand
  73. scottiec
    Jul 17, 2005
    10
    better than your mother. neutral milk hotel and the talking heads had arcade fire as their son. meet illigitamate daughter clap your hands say yeah.
  74. AaronS
    Jul 18, 2005
    10
    Yep, it lives up to the hype. A consistently entertaining album of bright indie pop. Very eccentric and just about damn perfect. It will certainly find a spot on my ten best list this year as well.
  75. PatrickL
    Jul 26, 2005
    10
    Tremendous. Everyone wants to compare the singer to David Byrne, but to me it's more a mix between Byrne and the lead singer for James. The music is very unpredictable with clever usage of keyboards to complement unpredictably smooth guitar and bass melodies. For a self-released album, this record is well produced and mixed. CYH is this year's Arcade Fire, except it took Arcade Tremendous. Everyone wants to compare the singer to David Byrne, but to me it's more a mix between Byrne and the lead singer for James. The music is very unpredictable with clever usage of keyboards to complement unpredictably smooth guitar and bass melodies. For a self-released album, this record is well produced and mixed. CYH is this year's Arcade Fire, except it took Arcade Fire two albums to put out a complete record.… Expand
  76. toddm
    Aug 14, 2005
    10
    This is truly a phenomenal album. The songs are lyrically and vocally interesting, and the music carries a weight that is undeniable. The album shares moments of intimacy interspersed among almost epic sounds. The album has gravitas--I can't say it any other way. Boo to the naysayers. It's the most refreshing album I've heard in years.
  77. BrianS
    Sep 18, 2005
    10
    This is an instant classic album. I haven't heard anything this original, exciting and mind blowing since Modest Mouse debuted with Interstate 8.
  78. nathonr
    Sep 22, 2005
    10
    An inventive and pleasing album. It screams to be listen to over and over. I've played it for all my friends and co-workers and most of them have gone to pick up the cd for themsleves. Simply mind blowing, daring, and creative.
  79. seanl
    Sep 25, 2005
    10
    one of the best beats that i have heard in a long while. great party album. best album od the summer
  80. CP
    Sep 26, 2005
    10
    Unbelievable. They are even better live.
  81. peria
    Aug 24, 2006
    10
    Clap Your Hands is what ecstatic Sufis would sound like if they'd been listening to the history of Rock and Roll with a sprinkling of Louis Armstrong's 1920s Hot Five cuts. This is a genuinely great disc.
  82. sparkybear
    Jan 25, 2007
    10
    Yay!
  83. Mike
    May 24, 2007
    10
    I wonder how many of these downvoters are guys with their own bands, upset that they didn't suddenly explode with popularity like CYHSH did. Anyways, the album: pretty good. The whole band is pretty involved. The vocals are guaranteed to turn off a lot of people, and the lyrics are unpredictable, but everything about them really does funnel into their name. Seriously, try clapping I wonder how many of these downvoters are guys with their own bands, upset that they didn't suddenly explode with popularity like CYHSH did. Anyways, the album: pretty good. The whole band is pretty involved. The vocals are guaranteed to turn off a lot of people, and the lyrics are unpredictable, but everything about them really does funnel into their name. Seriously, try clapping and stomping along to track 1. They're a fun band, and that's what makes them so great.… Expand
  84. BobbyG
    Nov 12, 2005
    10
    My favorite for the year. Enchanting.
  85. atmosphericrex
    Aug 14, 2015
    10
    It's like a homeless ballet dancer, incredibly precise and elegant with the appearance of nonchalance and filth. Somebody give this man a dollar, he deserves it. (Or give him some salt)
  86. GraysonA
    Jul 17, 2005
    9
    This is wholly solid indie rock, combining the influences of many, leaving new listeners with something about as original as can be found in a world of copy cats.
  87. KJ
    Jul 5, 2005
    9
    Violent Femmes cover band? That's a pretty lazy comparison. Vocally they may have SOME similarities, lyrically, musically, emotionally, they have absolutely nothing in common with the Femmes. Believe it or not, we owe alot to that "pretentious online music mag." Without them, there are alot of incredible bands that would go unnoticed. (Arcade Fire, broken social scene are two that Violent Femmes cover band? That's a pretty lazy comparison. Vocally they may have SOME similarities, lyrically, musically, emotionally, they have absolutely nothing in common with the Femmes. Believe it or not, we owe alot to that "pretentious online music mag." Without them, there are alot of incredible bands that would go unnoticed. (Arcade Fire, broken social scene are two that immediately come to mind).… Expand
  88. syazuanr
    Aug 1, 2005
    9
    much needed wake up call to all those sleeping rock giants!
  89. maha
    Aug 23, 2005
    9
    New York bands come, New York bands go, some deserve more than they got, some are just pretty and consequently are launched as NME coverkids. But this lot, oh my! Exciting stuff, cant wait to hear what comes of them-lets hope they arent lost within the myriad of New York scenesters that never quite are...
  90. CarlY
    Aug 6, 2005
    9
    Wonderful. Took a while for me to warm up to it, but it's really a great record. Don't wait--act now!
  91. PedroL
    Jan 14, 2006
    9
    All song are great! (well... except #1 :P).
  92. MihaiV
    Sep 4, 2006
    9
    It took me almost a year to get into it, but now I'm hooked.
  93. RossJ
    Nov 10, 2005
    9
    A sweet, cathartic and life affirming album.
  94. peegee
    Dec 1, 2005
    9
    i initially thought the singer would turn me off to the album however, all of it together, it ends up being quite beautiful.
  95. camdenl
    Oct 22, 2005
    9
    pretty cool how they sold the copies themselves through word of mouth. this album gets more intriguing with each listen
  96. BenecioZ
    Dec 9, 2005
    9
    By far the best song heard all year, The skin of my yellow country teeth, simply awesome
  97. erin
    Oct 7, 2005
    9
    i listen againandagainandagainandagain
  98. RodolfoZ.E
    Jun 30, 2005
    9
    It´s f**in´ great. CYHSY show us that good music don´t need a famous label or a big marketing. Good music goes all around the world for itself.
  99. hughm
    Jun 30, 2005
    9
    There is a lot of Byrne to the vocals, which take a bit of getting used to, but overall an excellent album, with a great rhythm section.
  100. miketv
    Jul 30, 2005
    9
    This album is actaully worth all the hype. The guy whos complaining about his voice should stick to listening to the killers.
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Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. cokemachineglow
    84
    CYHSY’s songs ring of The Bends-era songwriting, but loungier, more playful, more comfortable in their own skin.
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  2. Pitchfork
    90
    The record is consistently, remarkably strong.
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  3. Stylus Magazine
    83
    If there are complaints to lobby against this remarkable debut, they lie mostly in its sound-quality. Namely, it sounds like what it was: self-recorded and self-released.
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