Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Q Magazine
    Apr 23, 2014
    60
    The mood is one of eerie dread as the music slowly unfurls in stately fashion, the rhythms frequently mimicking a horse's trot. [May 2014, p.119]
  2. Mar 31, 2014
    60
    Kirk's irresistible vocals lend the album all the quality it needs, and their lighter touches and some inspired choices really add depth to the monochromatic and claustrophobic formula.
  3. 58
    New album Hot Dreams still struggles to find a unique vantage point on its assembly of vintage sounds and gothic vibes, but fans will be more than satisfied.
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 43 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 43
  2. Negative: 3 out of 43
  1. Jul 30, 2014
    10
    It may not make an incredible political or social statement, and it may not be a life changing listen, but god damn if it isn't the mostIt may not make an incredible political or social statement, and it may not be a life changing listen, but god damn if it isn't the most wonderfully nostalgic thing I've heard in the past decade. Full Review »
  2. Jul 30, 2014
    10
    For as simple and as derivative as this album may seem, there's so much going on here, so much to digest, it's worth so many listens. It'sFor as simple and as derivative as this album may seem, there's so much going on here, so much to digest, it's worth so many listens. It's easily their creepiest, most cohesive and complex work yet. Full Review »
  3. Jul 30, 2014
    10
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