Inside In Inside Out
by The Kooks
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 80 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 80
  3. Negative: 8 out of 80

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  1. Ricko
    Feb 16, 2012
    6
    It's not bad and has a few very good moments but it's pretty standard brit pop with a little bit of extra style to it. The longer this band have gone on and produced music, the less time I seem to have for this record.
  2. Vampire25
    Apr 13, 2011
    8
    Inside In/Inside Out is a really good album. These are soft pop melody tracks that are sung really nice by Luke Pritchard. It's nothing groundbreaking, but these English hipsters know how to make music and it shows on this album. B+
  3. TJ
    Sep 29, 2007
    10
    Great songs! Energetic and addictive. These guys are very talented and deserve some praise. Songs don't have to be so different that they are bizarre and depressing to be good songs. The main weakness I see is in their lyrics which are immature and too fague. BUT, their youthful optimism and talent overpower any issues with the lyrics. I can't wait to hear their next songs.
  4. MatiasB-offigo
    Jun 30, 2007
    10
    The Kooks 'Inside in/Inside out' it's amazing. 14 tracks to sing along and dance with your fridge or mirror.
  5. YeXu
    Jun 16, 2007
    8
    nice to know these guys, they did an amazing job.
  6. HarryH.
    May 25, 2007
    9
    the arctic monkeys have nothing on the kooks. this album is one that i first heard about overseas (where the kooks are MASSIVE) and are getting no play or credit over here. This album i have listened to countless time and I am so excited to see what they can do next. best tracks on the album: Ooh La, Matchbox, Eddie's Gun , and of course Naive
  7. WayneJ
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    i'm so sick of critics i think this album is incredible easy listening and a lot of fun makes me love rock again i'm sick of that sobby depressing stuff critics love so much this is what rock's about!
  8. McVedder
    Mar 4, 2007
    7
    Good melodies but the album could be someway repetitive, there are songs so similar each other. Good instant hits, like She moves in her own way, an amazing song that i'll never forget. Sorry, my english is too bad, i'm from basque country
  9. MorganG
    Feb 3, 2007
    8
    They remind me of Hot Hot Heat, only better. Good melodies throughout the album although some of it sounds repetitive. Don't look for deep meaning in the lyrics; it's just fun.
  10. ReviewBoy15
    Jan 26, 2007
    9
    The kooks are new and fresh and have followed on in opening the indie doorway along with the likes of the arctic monkeys and kasabian. Once you buy the album you realise, by looking in the little leaflet thing that comes with it, just how well structured their songs are. Definately one for your collection.
  11. happyhappy
    Dec 6, 2006
    10
    i luv da kooks
  12. agus
    Nov 26, 2006
    10
    I think they are great, they sound great, and I love them, I pretty much don't care about reviews, because I don't trust the taste of the people that do them, so,to me, The Kooks are awesome and I love tolisten to their songs, and I don't care how "memorable" they are, that is just stupid. And by the way, the lyrics are good too.
  13. RuiS
    Nov 22, 2006
    9
    Brilliant.
  14. MadelineH
    Nov 18, 2006
    9
    This album is not generic in any way. All the songs are amazing, well structured and sang extremely well. The songs are poppy enough to be widely recieved, and also brilliant enough to be critically praised. The Kooks Rock....incredible new band!
  15. Proletariat
    Oct 16, 2006
    6
    The teen public will love it. The lyrics are weak. Good voice. Polished pop. Waiting for the next release.
  16. Scot
    Oct 6, 2006
    9
    Great album....definitely one of the best new groups. I think they are well ahead of the Artic Monkeys,
  17. AlbertS
    Oct 5, 2006
    0
    Boring, generic.
  18. MC
    Oct 5, 2006
    4
    Dont waste your time and/or $
  19. DREFromCharlotte
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    This one surprised me. First, it is a highly polished pop rock recording -- the attention to detail is Beatlesque. Second, the hooks are lively and memorable. OK, sometimes the lyrics are insanely weak, but these Brit voices could sing the phone book and sound appealing. It's a lot of fun and improves with each listen.
  20. CraigL
    Sep 29, 2006
    10
    The best Album Iv Ever Heard Absolutely Brill BUY THIS NOW !!!!!!
  21. paulw
    Sep 15, 2006
    10
    The best album this year beautiful cheerful, and cheeky songs.
  22. Samuel
    Aug 16, 2006
    1
    Nothing special, it was just a hype.
  23. Kiki
    Aug 15, 2006
    9
    I got this album as soon it was released. So why have I not written a review before now. Probably because my time has been used to sit and listen to them and wonder how The Kooks created such a great debut. This album is deserving of a 9. I think it has originality in comparison to a lot of new bands. And variety. It's soft, laid back, but with that 'rocky' beat. It seems I got this album as soon it was released. So why have I not written a review before now. Probably because my time has been used to sit and listen to them and wonder how The Kooks created such a great debut. This album is deserving of a 9. I think it has originality in comparison to a lot of new bands. And variety. It's soft, laid back, but with that 'rocky' beat. It seems that Luke Pritchard has adopted Johnny Borrells style of singing, but adapted it making the songs more original and in a way, exciting. A definite recommendation. Tres Bon!… Expand
  24. josie
    Jul 28, 2006
    10
    i love it! great summer listening- its laid back but with just enough rock to keep me interested. they dont overdo it but you can tell that they are genuinly talented.
  25. andrewb
    May 6, 2006
    7
    Good debut, well worth a listen, this album grows on you, so give it time.
  26. SylvioM
    Apr 7, 2006
    10
    I'll just say that is the best album i've head in current year.
  27. Simon
    Mar 30, 2006
    5
    Run of the mill act for mine. Sounds pretty much like every second or third new band coming out of this new rock implosion. Nothing original and nothing really grabbing here.
  28. Mick
    Mar 29, 2006
    7
    And now for a sensible score! This album is not a 8, 9 or a 10 only truely great albums deserve scores that high. That said however, this album is an enjoyable listen and the single 'Niave' should be rereleased for the summer as I'd love to hear it ringing out round pubs throughout the land whilst I'm sat in the beer garden enjoying the sun.
  29. Jonathan
    Mar 28, 2006
    9
    its kooks not hooks you stupid american.
  30. tymendW
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    great album!
  31. mymai
    Mar 22, 2006
    10
    smart and creative without losing credible rock ballad skills
  32. Sam
    Mar 9, 2006
    9
    Its a superb album from start to finish, I'm majorly impressed. Talented musicians who have a real knack for writing interesting melodies, showing some great diversity throughout the record. I cant stop listening to 'naive', its sublime. Checkitout
  33. RichardW
    Mar 8, 2006
    9
    I definitely agree with the people who rated this as a decent album, it definitely was more of a pleasent surprise than the Arctic Monkey's album, and I was actually expecting way more out of it than I was form this one when I got it...The music is clean, catchy and doesn't grate on your nerves the way the immaturity of many other indie bands can tend to do after a short while. I definitely agree with the people who rated this as a decent album, it definitely was more of a pleasent surprise than the Arctic Monkey's album, and I was actually expecting way more out of it than I was form this one when I got it...The music is clean, catchy and doesn't grate on your nerves the way the immaturity of many other indie bands can tend to do after a short while. I ahd never even heard of these guys before I saw them on here, and I usually only give higher rated albums a try, and this makes me glad that I just went for a lower rated one for once. The lesson here: Don't always listen to critics, they can be as bad as your run-of-the-mill fanboys...… Expand
  34. StarT
    Mar 8, 2006
    9
    Great album full of catchy tunes- I've had it one repeat for the past week.
  35. andyw
    Mar 6, 2006
    9
    superb... thankfully they've avoided the over-hype that has been heaped on the Arctic Monkeys, and this is a much finer album than theirs. Some truly gorgeous moments.
  36. Carl
    Mar 6, 2006
    2
    yes a 2. The music "oh my baby be gone lon' time" is crappy. The Hooks don't hook. Nothing memorable, 60 minutes of pure noise. If you like these kind of songs at least check out Maximo Park. They're at least smart about their love songs.
  37. matta
    Mar 3, 2006
    9
    This album is so underrated. The Kooks makes the Arctic Monkeys or the new strokes album sound like Offspring. Catchy hooks, nice arrangements, and a great voice. Don't believe the slightly low score; check these guys out!

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73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Dot Music
    40
    Greater things may well be in the pipeline for The Kooks, but this is sadly lacking in anything to fall - or indeed remain - in love with.
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  2. Drowned In Sound
    80
    They are a less irreverent and more melodic Art Brut, swapping that band’s caustic wit for a far nicer type of honesty.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    70
    A blindingly bright future beckons.
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