Schmilco
by Wilco
  • Record Label: Anti-
  • Release Date: Sep 9, 2016
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
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  1. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Sep 12, 2016
    30
    Schmilco is missing the same spark that drove Schmilsson. Where Nilsson was relentless in pursuit of something other than settling down, Tweedy has gone the other way.

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 41 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 41
  3. Negative: 2 out of 41
  1. frankrog29
    Sep 16, 2016
    7
    Schmilco is similar to other Wilco albums in that it is alternately comforting and disquieting. The album is quiet yet offbeat andSchmilco is similar to other Wilco albums in that it is alternately comforting and disquieting. The album is quiet yet offbeat and unpredictable. The lyrics often address Jeff Tweedy's rebellious youth. The tone is scrappy and restless yet ultimately conciliatory. The mellow, organic, intimate sound makes the album somewhat comforting but, as in other Wilco albums, an undertone of regret makes the album more intriguing and complex. When compared to other Wilco albums, Schmilco's organic sound and the songs' short running times make the album feel slight. However, this is a good album in its own right.… Full Review »
  2. IvanMejia_
    Sep 9, 2016
    9
    Pretty much awesome! Terribly masterpiece and one of the best of the year, from track one to the last, it's really an impressive album.Pretty much awesome! Terribly masterpiece and one of the best of the year, from track one to the last, it's really an impressive album. Schmilco never disappoints.… Full Review »
  3. sratomasfer
    Jan 2, 2017
    8
    Definitely a step up from Star Wars, which I still liked. Wilco explores their melancholy sound more with tracks like If I Ever Was a Child.Definitely a step up from Star Wars, which I still liked. Wilco explores their melancholy sound more with tracks like If I Ever Was a Child. The only time I'm taken out of this record is on Common Sense which has some weird guitar parts that just don't fit with the flow of the record. Overall, a great listen and a great Wilco record.… Full Review »
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