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84 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 14 Critics What's this?

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6.8 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 19 Ratings

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  • Summary: It's a bit hard NOT to get noticed when your band consists of a couple dozen people dressed in white robes, but having one of the most memorable debut albums in recent years (think Mercury Rev + Spiritualized + Up With People) certainly doesn't hurt. This 10-song debut (which was originally intended as a demo) did in fact land the Austin, Texas band led by former Tripping Daisy member Tim DeLaughter a major label deal.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Playlouder
    90
    Your new favourite record.
  2. Dot Music
    90
    The good news is that The Polyphonic Spree still make sense stripped of all visual gimmicks.
  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    90
    So contagious is their enthusiasm, you could start thinking that black-clad nihilism has kept music to itself for way too long.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 5 out of 12
  1. IvarJ
    10
    Hey, it's the sun and those melodies make me cry.
    • 0 of 1 users said yes
  2. Two-LaneBlacktop
    9
    A little hippy-dippy, but irresistably fun and joyous. I don't think the Polyphonic Spree mind if you laugh at them or with them, as long as you're laughing. … Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. BrandonS.
    3
    Hey Ryan, what connection do you have with Dan Smith just wondering. I don't see how these guys are a ripoff, but I would much rather listen to Danielson Fam.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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