Vision Valley - The Vines
User Score
8.2 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 40 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 40
  2. Negative: 3 out of 40

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  1. Coniseuer
    Apr 20, 2006
    9
    If this was a debut album nobody would give it less than a "7.," There are a lot worse that are garnering 8+
  2. borgy
    Apr 4, 2006
    10
    The critics probably wont like it again, but that didnt stop Winning Days being a kick ass album, and everyone know's the Vines were the best of the 2002 "The" bands.
  3. youhouuu!!F*kYeah!
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    that's really GREAT!!!The better garage rock album! but some song are too short.... Atmos has a really fantastic start but it's stopped about 1:10
  4. LindaM
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    Vision Valley is one of the best Vines albums to date. It is a haunting, expressive album that brings out many emotions like a satisfying therapy session. And Craig is not terminal, Drew B. *rolls eyes*
  5. drewB
    Apr 4, 2006
    9
    give the dude a break, he is dieing! let's see you write a song when you're terminal.
  6. AndyH
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    A superb masterpiece from the best band in the world.
  7. AdamJ
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    Excellent album. Best rock band going around.
  8. MikaL
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    It's a definite comeback, when you have the space-rock 'Spaceship' that takes you out of this world, making you forget everything and anything important. 'Candy Daze' sounds upbeat and full of sunshine goodness. 'F*k Yeh' is one of those songs where you can get away singing shamelessly loud and dance to. I'd say it's one of The Vines best works that they have came up with and yes, with the poppy 'Don't Listen To The Radio', don't listen to Pitchfork as they really can't understand what a thing 'boredom' really is and compare The Vines to the other rock and roll legends who possibly dies of a drug overdosing. The Vines are legends, you just need to give them a fair chance. Start if with the simple songs, and when you're ready, turn up the speakers! Expand
  9. ED209
    Apr 7, 2006
    10
    To be honest...I never stopped liking this band. I thought "Winning Days" was a great record, even though it was substantially inferior to the debut. This LP proves, once again, what a great, unassuming little band they are...a little over a half-hour of tight, gritty RAWK MUSIC. No posturing, no fluff, just riffs and harmonies...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
  10. SuzieP
    May 27, 2006
    10
    the vines vision valley is one of the best album ever i bought the other 2 albums and there just as good!
  11. joris
    May 31, 2006
    9
    I just can't believe the critics, what do they have against the Vines?? Ok, there last album wasnt that good, but vision valley is definitely worth checking out. Plenty of awesome tunes here, check out the amzing Vision Valley, Gross Out, Candy Daze and Spaceship.
  12. SaraG
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    Yeah a 10. Because its one of the best album in this years. And because, The Vines still do it perfect. In a cool album
  13. JoeC
    Apr 18, 2006
    9
    great comeback
  14. Ab
    Apr 22, 2006
    10
    Its great album
  15. ChrisC
    Apr 4, 2006
    9
    Great album. Spaceship is the bombdiggity.
  16. steveb
    May 16, 2006
    9
    i listen to a lot of good music, and, while snobs always disparage the vines, there's something about their sound that i just can't get enough of. this album not only rocks, but resonates with me emotionally. i've probably listened to it thirty times already.
  17. SarahH
    May 8, 2006
    10
    Vision Valley is absolutely worth a listen. (Over and over again.) Thie Vines have returned with a masterpiece, which showcases yet again Craig Nicholls ingenious talents. I don't see what could be said badly about this album, other than those who simply choose to compare The Vines to successful 90's rock bands. In regards to this album sounding too much like their previous, I don't entirely agree. I feel a change, as obviously the band has gone through some changes in the past couple years, yet I also like the fact that it does go back to some of their original sounds. After all, that's what we liked them for in the first place. ;) Expand
  18. Mary_Jane83
    Jun 23, 2006
    10
    Vision Valley is a wonderfull album, we see that they still have a pure talent !! I still love them and f you do not know them, if you figured out a way to listen to Vision Valley you won't be dissapointed ;) that's for sure guys !!
  19. Jahar
    Jun 29, 2006
    9
    I've loved this band ever since I first heard them. This album is pretty typical of the same sound they've always had and that's fine by me. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." I just don't understand why you would limit one of your best songs to one minute long??
  20. Vinciane
    Jun 3, 2006
    10
    Vision Valley is wonderful from start to end! U'll love it!! Each song is different but great! :D I recommand it to anyone who likes the vines the strokes blur the kinks or nirvana :) Check their official website ;)
  21. SaraV
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    Its a 10 because, Vision Valley its one of the best albums in this year
Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 19
  2. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. Possibly the best 31 garage-rock minutes you'll hear this year.
  2. [Nicholls'] feral, melodic garage punk is refreshing. [7 Apr 2006, p.60]
  3. One wishes they would spend a little more time plowing through the album while kicking amps and knocking over mic stands rather than changing things up.