Wolfmother
by Wolfmother
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 22
  3. Negative: 1 out of 22
  1. Drowned In Sound
    60
    Deliciously downright dirty.
  2. AllMusic
    60
    At times, Wolfmother's unintentionally bizarre amalgams are kind of delightful, and the group does have a basic, brutal sonic force that is pretty appealing, but even at their best, they never banish the specters of the bands that they desperately mimic.
  3. NOW Magazine
    60
    The shelf life of this stuff can be fleeting (ask the Darkness), but for now it sounds pretty good.

Awards & Rankings

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#50 Most Discussed Album of 2006
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#5 Most Shared Album of 2006

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User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 104 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 95 out of 104
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 104
  3. Negative: 4 out of 104
  1. AdamB
    May 1, 2006
    9
    I may have rated this as high as I have because this is exactly the type of music that I have been craving for quite some time. With the I may have rated this as high as I have because this is exactly the type of music that I have been craving for quite some time. With the radio waves dominated by whiney post-punk, derivitive idol singers, hip-hop, and slow'n'soulful indie pop...this album sounds unbelievably fresh. Although Wolfmother's originality and longevity are questionable, it's a fun listen and the perfect accompaniment for summer-time patio outings and road trips. For the most part, hard rock fans have been offered very little variety as of late. Other than the moronic blathering of blowhards such as Creed and Nickelback, or the yelling-centric stylings of Danko Jones, radio playlists have played very little to whet the appetites of those of us who, while not metalheads, do enjoy their rock served on the heavy side from time to time. Anyways, I don't want to ramble on so...check out Wolfmother. You may bore of it eventually but, in the meantime, enjoy their fun and enigmatic sound and reminisce of the days when Zepellin was the king of the airwaves.… Full Review »
  2. Andremax
    Aug 9, 2018
    9
    Bands like Greta van Fleet should learn with Wolfmother how to get inspiration from various artists not only one. Yes, this debut has too muchBands like Greta van Fleet should learn with Wolfmother how to get inspiration from various artists not only one. Yes, this debut has too much elements of Zeppelin, but it steals and mix trademarks from Sabbath, Deep Purple, Hendrix, Doors, Rush's keyboard and Jethro Tull's flute. Literally a truly trip back to 70's.… Full Review »
  3. owenrw89
    Dec 5, 2016
    8
    An album of pure power. They may have an element of blatant influence from the likes of Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, but I personally don'tAn album of pure power. They may have an element of blatant influence from the likes of Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, but I personally don't see that as a bad thing. This album offers rock at it's best, with riff's that don't confuse, and vocals that fit. Tracks like 'White Unicorn' and 'Vagabond' show how rock vocalists don't have to be perfect to be - well - perfect. Each track offers something new, but still remains consistent. It's loud, it pays tribute and offers something new. Wolfmother have more than achieved with this monster of an album.… Full Review »
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