Spoon And Rafter
by Mojave 3
  • Record Label: 4AD
  • Release Date: Sep 23, 2003
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Delusions of Adequacy
    90
    A melancholy masterpiece.
  2. Alternative Press
    80
    The results are understated, heartbreaking and quietly intoxicating. [Oct 2003, p.124]
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  3. Mojo
    80
    Represents a major leap forward. [Nov 2003, p.130]
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  5. AllMusic
    80
    Spoon and Rafter has no trouble making Ryan Adams seem like more of a farce than he already is, and it's deserving of at least half of the attention given to anything released by Wilco.
  6. Dusted Magazine
    80
    Everything here is marked with a hint of familiarity, but it's surprisingly hard to mind.
  7. Magnet
    80
    Spoon and Rafter proves that sometimes refining your focus is just as enlivening as radical departure. [#60, p.108]
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  8. Splendid
    80
    The melodies are hauntingly memorable; the band is smart enough to add just enough supporting touches to augment and support, without ever threatening to overwhelm.
  9. Stylus Magazine
    78
    The songs here are full of life, moving freely, focused without being bare and controlled without being uptight.
  10. Q Magazine
    70
    A fine showcase for simmering, ethereal pop music. [Oct 2003, p.111]
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  11. Uncut
    70
    Frequently utterly mesmerising. [Nov 2003, p.124]
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  12. Pitchfork
    66
    Halstead's knack for stunning arrangements is in top form on Spoon & Rafter, and in this capacity, his music remains compelling, if no more or less than on any of his previous trilogy of Mojave 3 releases.

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. andrewf.
    Nov 2, 2005
    10
    this is a simple, harmonious, truly delightful album. it's melancholic opening tune paves the pathway to a track listing that just makes this is a simple, harmonious, truly delightful album. it's melancholic opening tune paves the pathway to a track listing that just makes you smile. excellent production yields a spcaey earthy feeling combining subtle guitar work, timely drumming, and goswell's perfect vocal interjections. best played while quietly contemplating turning leaves on an autumn day with ear swallowing headphones. a grossly underated album.… Full Review »
  2. StevenM
    Oct 27, 2004
    10
    I just recently bought this album on a whim. I just randomly picked a cd that looked interesting, and personally I think it's one of the I just recently bought this album on a whim. I just randomly picked a cd that looked interesting, and personally I think it's one of the most amazing cd's I have ever heard in my life, I would rate spoon and rafter among one of my all time favourite bands now.… Full Review »
  3. jeremys
    Oct 3, 2003
    10
    mojave 3 seems to come together, most focussed and textured cd yet. dreamy countrysides & puffy clouds.. woo!
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