1. hypnowheel

   10

   This is a great album with lots of pop - meaning it really grooves and makes you smile. It sounds maybe 65% TV on the Radio, with the rest filled out with other cool and interesting sounds. Faves are Groove Me and Tiger - but I guess that's because they sound the most like jammin' TV on the Radio tracks. What a pleasant surprise (as I hadn't heard about this until a week before its release).… Expand

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2. thehert

   9

   I think this is a great album. Its easy to listen to and enjoy, and there's lots of great guest appearences on tracks. Although I find the album is a tad predictable and there is not much variety when it comes to songs. Solid debut for Sitek though.… Collapse

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3. aserv

   7

   Whereas TV on the Radio takes a few listens to truly appreciate its intricacy and uniqueness, Maximum Balloon delivers as a superficial, upbeat catch that is extremely listenable from the start. The songs on this record are perfect for those who want something great and something fast. My only fear about this record is that it will lose its charm overtime and eventually just be another record in the stack. This album is very apparent that it is a derivative of TV on the Radio with the addition of some really catchy synth riffs and hooks. Instead of being a solo project, it seems as though this album would be more appropriately titled as a b-side/leftover/remix album from the Dear Science sessions. I would however recommend this album because of its accessibility and charm. It's a better listen than 90% of the crap out there even with what it lacks in its simple lyrics and neglected intricacy. It takes the intellectual Science out of TV on the Radio and substitutes it with a fun but meaningless art seminar.… Expand

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