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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews What's this?

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5 Ratings

  • Summary: Internationally acclaimed rockers release their sixth album since Neil Finn first formed the band 25 years ago, featuring production by Jim Scott from Wilco.

Top Track

Amsterdam
You and me got the whole day off Take a trip to Vincent Van Gogh But the line went halfway 'round the block And we're looking for a place to... See the rest of the song lyrics
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  1. Through it all, Finn's durable songcraft never fails to enthrall.
  2. The House head honcho proved he's still a classy, clever tunesmith, and does so again here on Intriguer.
  3. Intriguer will have to stand or fall on its own merits. If there is any justice in the world it will be a bestseller.
  4. As promised, Intriguer is indeed Crowded House with a fresh layer of wallpaper. The thing is, the group has always been timeless enough not to need it.
  5. Despite the anthems being on a tight leash, repeated listens reveal this to be one of their best albums.
  6. It's a great album in the classic mold, one that rewards you.
  7. Q Magazine
    60
    Who could of predicted, then, that Intriguer would be his best work in nearly two decades? [Aug 2010, p.116]

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  1. Jul 24, 2011
    7
    I love Neil Finn, but this isn't my favorite of his music. Not to say I hate it--Twice If You're Lucky and Amsterdam are 2 very goodI love Neil Finn, but this isn't my favorite of his music. Not to say I hate it--Twice If You're Lucky and Amsterdam are 2 very good songs--but the album as a whole just doesn't stick with me like every other Crowded House or Neil Finn album does. Expand