Totale Nite
by Merchandise
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. PopMatters
    Jun 10, 2013
    50
    Despite their reputation for aggressively noisy music, there’s a hesitancy to Totale Nite that feels nervous and self-conscious.
  2. Spin
    Apr 9, 2013
    40
    What aren't here are coherently shaped songs, or hooks, or riffs, or melodies that stick.
  3. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Apr 16, 2013
    50
    Total Nite still feels to me like lateral growth, neither distinctly worse but certainly not better than what preceded it.

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  1. instatone
    Oct 1, 2013
    8
    Merchandise come from the Tampa hardcore Florida scene where they used to play in really bad neighborhoods inside of containers. From thereMerchandise come from the Tampa hardcore Florida scene where they used to play in really bad neighborhoods inside of containers. From there the lead singer found weed and drinks after a hard breakout, and since then has found a sound that harkens to both modern sounds of John Maus or more twee sounds of the ninetees, but mixes in with the dominant Moressey-esque vox. If you are a fan of The Smiths warble vocals and like driving rhythmic guitars that feel dark and eighties, you will be sure to enjoy this talented band both albums they have up until now are exquisite… Full Review »
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