Tarot Classics [EP] - Surfer Blood
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77 out of 100

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7.3 out of 10

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  • Summary: The indie rock band releases a six-track EP, which includes remixes by Speculator and Totally Sincere.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Nov 4, 2011
    85
    Tarot Classics so efficiently sets to buoyant, energetic music a viewpoint that is not only discontent but increasingly disinterested. And it's all somewhat hidden, because party tunes these can still be.
  2. Boston Globe
    Oct 25, 2011
    80
    Its new four-song EP continues with that sturdy foundation [from Astro Coast], even as it occasionally hints at larger arena-rock ambitions.
  3. Delusions of Adequacy
    May 31, 2012
    80
    Ultimately, Tarot Classics is a fun and welcome addition to any existing Surfer Blood fan's catalogue, even if it is unlikely to win over any new fans.
  4. PopMatters
    Nov 3, 2011
    60
    Growing pains and all, Tarot Classics does keep things interesting enough by working with and building on the qualities that helped Surfer Blood make a big splash with Astro Coast.

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  1. DARSH
    9
    Not as good as Astro Coast, but some very catchy tunes and a good EP from Surfer Blood. It seems to carry the same youthful nuance as exhibited in Astro Coast, but Tarot Classics is a more refined, which I didn't like. That being said, I can't wait for the third album.… Expand
  2. j30
    6
    Some catchy grooves by the Florida based band. EP's are hard to rate because their not a full album length so it leaves you wanting more and driving yourself crazy. The produced quality has hurt some of the charm that I liked from Astro Coast, but I still want more of it.… Expand

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