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9.6 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22

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  1. KrisM.
    Jun 2, 2002
    10
    Closer is just more proof of the fact that BTE is capable of anything musically. Their range is expanded even further on this album, as they venture into new rhythms & approaches. There's nothing like BTE live, though, so try to catch them on tour.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  2. DerekC
    Mar 7, 2003
    10
    Great CD...one where at the end it leaves you asking, "Is it over already?"
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. Amanda
    Oct 23, 2001
    9
    Although DELUXE is my favorite, CLOSER is a the type of CD you can pop in your cd player, take off down the road, and be perfectly contented. And I think that says a lot.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  4. StacyL.
    Jun 25, 2002
    10
    another excellent cd from BTE. a perfect summer cd with tracks like Rolling, Sincerely Me, I Do, Lifetime and Recognize
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  5. DuaneR
    Jun 25, 2004
    10
    Best collection of Ezra yet, with some great variety and excellent rips. Soft tunes and toe tappers, sing-alongs and emotional thinkers. I relisten to it just so I can relearn the words and sing with it in my car. Pick this one up, you'll thank me!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  6. adamr
    Aug 21, 2004
    10
    one of the single best albums i've ever heard. it's hard to find anything i dont like about it.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  7. DavidW.
    Oct 1, 2001
    10
    This is an incredible CD. what a triumphant return for my favorite band. Go get it, you will not be disappointed.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  8. DaveS.
    Oct 12, 2001
    9
    By far their most solid album start to finish. The album has some great radio-friendly songs and should have Elektra wishing they had dropped someone else.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  9. KristiM
    Nov 25, 2002
    10
    Closer is the epitome of excellent, Kevin's words are incredible and the music is sensational. there are some fun summertime type of songs and some beautiful ones dealing with life anew and death and dying. This is so highly recommended!!!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  10. JeannieH.
    Oct 14, 2002
    10
    i love these guys! i just saw them live tonight in boise, idaho, omg i nearly passed out, they were so f*king amazing! i love BTE!!!!!!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  11. ededmotherfucker
    Aug 3, 2003
    9
    GREAT ALBUM! F,B is still better. But nonetheless it kicks smass. Hollow is a hidden video on it its super tight too.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  12. Christine
    Sep 17, 2003
    10
    this is by far one of my favorite albums. i could listen to this cd on repeat ALL day and there are few cds that i can say that about.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  13. em
    Mar 13, 2005
    10
    awesome! just awesome!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  14. VictoriaK.
    Aug 15, 2002
    10
    The guys from BTE are AMAZING. Kevin Griffin is a lyrical genius whos songs can relate to almost everyone at some pt. in their lives. I think they've done a Stellar job with the new album, evolving and expanding their talents.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  15. JonathanP.
    Aug 29, 2002
    10
    BTE continues to put out excellent music, even after almost 15 years. I think everyone should buy this cd- it will not disappoint!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  16. Michael
    Apr 14, 2005
    10
    Great Album
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  17. TeresaF
    Apr 27, 2005
    10
    Awesome album
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
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Metascore
64 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Sonicnet
    50
    Unfortunately, this newest attempt at expanding the group's musical horizons is more a lateral move than a vertical one, and the same problems that have plagued Better Than Ezra since Deluxe -- mawkish, derivative material -- undermine this effort as well.
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  2. CDNow
    60
    There are a few winners here among the brick-and-mortar alt-flak -- which the band is wholeheartedly capable of as well...
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    67
    The hip-hop of "Recognize" and "Extra Ordinary" won't age well, but there are better moments... [24/31 Aug 2001, p.136]
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