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Generally favorable reviews- based on 306 Ratings
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Positive: 234 out of 306
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Mixed: 38 out of 306
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Negative: 34 out of 306
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Jun 6, 2011
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ChrisJul 3, 2007
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ElTAug 2, 2007It's got good and crap stuff in almost equal measure, and it's disappointing given the SP legacy. Brendan D: nobody cares what you think
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CPAug 9, 2007
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LucasR.Jul 11, 2007
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PumpkinsboyJul 10, 2007
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AntongiuJul 12, 2007
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jeffreyJul 21, 2007
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NM.Jul 4, 2007
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MichaelS.Jul 4, 2007Poor production and some bland tracks. Disappointing.
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JamesNJul 6, 2007It no doubt has it moments, but let's be honest here folks, if this were a Zwan album or a Corgan solo effort fans alike would be saying wtf? A Smashing Pumpkins logo does not automatically create a great album. It's simply mascarades what this release truly is, a mediocre effort.
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NickG.Jul 7, 2007
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BoL.Jul 9, 2007
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JuanR.Jul 9, 2007Corgan's attempt to find the Smashing Pumpkins of old is lost somewhere between his greedy wallet and his "new and improved" lineup.
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dmandmanJul 9, 2007
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MikeD.Jul 9, 2007Something is missing. I don't care for the production and the songs are mediocre when compared to Corgan's past work. Sounds a bit rushed, lacks a center, and is missing some of the magic and unique charm that made ALL past Pumpkin albums memorable.
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AndrewMJul 9, 2007
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ArinAug 24, 2007Honestly, this album would be a terrific freshman release. Feels deflated and humdrum, compared to the songwriting brilliance and dynamic brilliance of Dream and even Melloncollie... Very much feels like SP, but without the 'fist in the air' 'careening off the road' adolescence that made the older stuff so much better. It's just ok.
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NeilSJul 12, 2007
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gabrield.Jul 12, 2007This album sounds like it was recorded in the restroom or something.
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nickc.Jul 15, 2007
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WayneB.Jul 18, 2007
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MInhJul 20, 2007
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LuisCJul 3, 2007The album grabs you instantly with the first song. But it immidiately releases you when it's over. It's clear that Corgan has lost whatever great talent he had in the 90's. Tarantula is still the stand-out and United States is like the child of Silverf***. I hope that this album is a grower.
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DGJul 13, 2007Good God. Seriously, if this is the best they can come up with, then they shouldn't bother. Not worthy of the Pumpkin name, and given some of the crap they put out at the end (MACHINA 1, I'm looking at you) that's saying something.
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PedroMJan 26, 2008An equal of good and unappealing stuff. It will NEVER be another Siamise and Mellon Collie but it has some good stuff. Just another case of mid-age rockers trying to find their "steam" after 7 long years of zip. A 50/50 album: Not their worst but not their best.
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Nov 6, 2010Zeitgeist is missing the emotion and originality of previous albums from the Smashing Pumpkins. Nothing feels new, its like a pre-packaged version of the band. And despite the title its the furtherest from the 'zeitgeist'/current attitudes that Billy Corgan has ever been. That being said, Smashing Pumpkins are a brilliant band usually and a Billy Corgan a defining songwriter of our generation
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Overall, Corgan's captivating effort to mine both the spirit of these turbulent times and the soul of his defining band is a smashing success.
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Zeitgeistās orgy of avalanche rhythms, cascading riffs and sky-licking guitar is as grandiose as ever (the solo on "Tarantula" sounds like a nuke hitting a Guitar Center), but the bombast is softened as Corgan reaches out for shame-sharing community.
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It's best treated as a curio in the Smashing Pumpkins' legacy; and for those who grew up on 'Today', '1979' and 'Ava Adore', you're better left with your memories.