1. mantle52ball

   10

   I really like this band and this album does not disappoint. Has some really catchy lyrics and great vocals. Some of his vocals remind me of the Beatles and give some real nice tone to the songs and gives some real classic sounds.… Expand

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2. pennstpat

   10

   Best album from Portugal. The Man to date. Really spectacular throughout, not a misstep to be found. This album will certainly gain the band some new fans with a diverse array of influences apparent in each song.… Expand

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3. Klienya

   8

   If the Beatles were still together today, I’d imagine they’d sound a bit like this. Portugal is very experimental, blending occasional acoustic instrumentals with very layered and synthesized electronics. Gourley’s vocals are haunting when paired with the wafting psychedelic music. It all has a very surreal atmosphere like you might find in acid house or trance music. The vocals and instrumentals are very explorative, employing different techniques and mediums in each song from clean electric guitars to layered, distorted choruses and loops. The lyrics fit well with the feel of the music but aren’t anything special in themselves, as the focus is primarily on the instrumentals with only a moderate amount of consideration given to the lyrical progression. The music isn’t without flaws, the most noticeable being the low buzzing throughout many of the songs due to heavy distortion and feedback (probably intentional, but it gets irritating after a while). It’s evident that Portugal put a lot of time and creative effort into their music, treating it like a masterpiece instead of just a radio single like so many musicians do these days. I’m not sure if I should compare their music to art or a drug trip.... perhaps the best comparison would be to Salvador Dalí’s work.… Expand

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