I To Sky
by JJ72
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Oct 14, 2002
Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Dot Music
    80
    With the exception of the Joy Division influenced 'City', the final third of the album drops the ante somewhat. The idea, though, that this sophomore effort may be laying the foundations for something even mightier cannot be ignored.
  2. Q Magazine
    80
    A fantastically overwrought and indulgent yet also controlled exercise in emotive guitar rock. [Nov 2002, p.103]
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  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    70
    An impressive consolidation rather than a startling revelation.
  5. Playlouder
    70
    With a secret nod and a flick of an amulet, JJ72 have wandered into Mercury Rev's sacred ground of mystical contemplation.

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Ricko
    Feb 2, 2012
    8
    Very solid second album from the Irish indie rockers. Although lyrically it is pretty flaky, the tunes on here are top notch and it was a hugeVery solid second album from the Irish indie rockers. Although lyrically it is pretty flaky, the tunes on here are top notch and it was a huge progression forward from their eponymous debut album. Showed real potential to become a to band and make a really great record at some point in their career. Unfortunately this was their last effort. Well worth checking out.… Full Review »
  2. BrianC
    Apr 9, 2005
    8
    Not as instant as their début, but on repeated listenings, it becomes just as rewarding....... can't wait for album no. 3.
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