Ultimate Success Today
by Protomartyr
  • Record Label: Domino
  • Release Date: Jul 17, 2020
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82

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. American Songwriter
    Jul 15, 2020
    60
    Fortunately, there is some respite with “June 21” and “The Aphorist,” both of which allow the raucous proceedings to take a brief pause. Yet even there the turgid trappings aren’t entirely abandoned. There’s a clear sense of foreboding imbued in each of these offerings and the darkness and doom continue to linger throughout.

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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. distantandvague
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Strangely under-hyped prior to its release. Another gem from the best band in the world today. You’ve likely read plenty about the additionsStrangely under-hyped prior to its release. Another gem from the best band in the world today. You’ve likely read plenty about the additions of Kelley Deal and woodwind instruments, and yep, all those new elements are there. Lovely at times, familiar pulsating drums and riffs as always, and the lyrics are A+ as always. Worth the purchase for the incredible artwork and handmade lyrics zine alone. Hope these fellas get to tour this album eventually cos they deserve your money.… Full Review »
  2. RnoRiver
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album which captures well typical Protomartyr sound yet in a very different way, more elaborate almost experimental at times withFantastic album which captures well typical Protomartyr sound yet in a very different way, more elaborate almost experimental at times with excellent production and ingenious use of additional instruments such as saxophone or clarinet.
    The greatly written literary lyrics match perfectly the moods conveyed through the music. All songs are simultaneously original on their own but also form a whole such as a concept album thanks to excellent transitions and well ordered tracks in the list. If that’s a swan album from the band then it’s a winner and certainly a serious contender for aoty.    … Full Review »
  3. Jimnoy
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Protomartyr are the most consistently excellent band since The Smiths. Every album is a little better, more complex and, frankly, depressing.Protomartyr are the most consistently excellent band since The Smiths. Every album is a little better, more complex and, frankly, depressing. This latest one is uncomfortably real. As I belive Iggy Pop said recently, they are the best band we have in America today.… Full Review »
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