• Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: Feb 3, 2004
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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 103 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 103
  2. Negative: 7 out of 103

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  1. DaveN
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    This is the sound the band has been searching for since releasing Fungus Amungus. Incubus always has released great CDs, but there lurked awkward moments within those CDs that showed the band hadn't reached its creative peak. Whle this CD doesn't sound as good as Make Yourself, its stronger musically and shows the evolution of the band.
  2. DennisE.
    May 27, 2007
    8
    Really great album, not as great as science or morning view though. Megalomanic, ACLOTM, agoraphobia, talk shows on mute, sick sad little world are all very good songs, unfortunately between numbers 7 and 11 there are few dissappointments, like pistola and priceless. The last few songs are once again awesome, I love made for tv movie, here in my room and leech... Overall good album, Really great album, not as great as science or morning view though. Megalomanic, ACLOTM, agoraphobia, talk shows on mute, sick sad little world are all very good songs, unfortunately between numbers 7 and 11 there are few dissappointments, like pistola and priceless. The last few songs are once again awesome, I love made for tv movie, here in my room and leech... Overall good album, especially because they had already made 4 albums and just keep on managing to create a complete different sound on every album. Expand
  3. JoshuaS.
    Sep 21, 2007
    9
    Wait...I'm sure I just read that they're becoming another Linkin Park name ONE song that sounds like Linkin Park on the album, and if you can, then that means you are lying. Mike Einziger has a completely different style of playing guitar, Jose Pasillas is a better drummer and Ben Kenney is a better bassist. and Brandon Boyd can sing better. Talk Shows On Mute, Here In My Room, Wait...I'm sure I just read that they're becoming another Linkin Park name ONE song that sounds like Linkin Park on the album, and if you can, then that means you are lying. Mike Einziger has a completely different style of playing guitar, Jose Pasillas is a better drummer and Ben Kenney is a better bassist. and Brandon Boyd can sing better. Talk Shows On Mute, Here In My Room, Zee Deveel, Made For TV Movie, Southern Girl, Beware! Criminal...every song is completely different to anything in the Linkin Park collection. "Tuneless, tortuously knotty prog-metal" also being a completely false statement. Expand
  4. ThomasB
    Jul 26, 2009
    9
    These reviews genuinely make me angry. "Too much of the disc is filtered through clinical and slightly jazzy rock that renders it a tiny noise about nothing."? Since when did E! have any real legitimacy anyway? A baseless insult like "tuneless" is just infuriating to me. This album shows how beautiful a rock band can sound when they're willing to embrace jazz and experimentation. If These reviews genuinely make me angry. "Too much of the disc is filtered through clinical and slightly jazzy rock that renders it a tiny noise about nothing."? Since when did E! have any real legitimacy anyway? A baseless insult like "tuneless" is just infuriating to me. This album shows how beautiful a rock band can sound when they're willing to embrace jazz and experimentation. If there's any mediocrity it takes place in the writing of these reviewers. Expand
  5. Anonymous
    Jul 25, 2006
    9
    Ill album, they had better stuff, but still an ill album
  6. Oct 12, 2010
    10
    I really liked this album, very unique and colorful subjects. I wish all alternative music could be more like this! I can't believe that people are hating on this album!
  7. Apr 24, 2011
    10
    The most mature song writing out of any of their albums. Catchy and listenable while still completely new and interesting. Guitarist Mike Eizeninger's best playing is featured on this record as well as a great introduction to their new bassist.
  8. Rick
    Aug 7, 2004
    3
    What in the hell were they thinking. Nothing is fresh on this album, its like listening to a(really bad) blend of morning view with Make Your Self thrown in. I gave it 3 stars for one of the best looking album covers i have ever seen. Other than that they really have to grow as musicians, The old bassist was not that good anyway. How far can you push Emo- rock, cuz thats what incubus has What in the hell were they thinking. Nothing is fresh on this album, its like listening to a(really bad) blend of morning view with Make Your Self thrown in. I gave it 3 stars for one of the best looking album covers i have ever seen. Other than that they really have to grow as musicians, The old bassist was not that good anyway. How far can you push Emo- rock, cuz thats what incubus has turned into over the last 3 cds. There work on this album represents nothing at all,(tired Guitar, lame Bass work, and just plan and simple annoying lyrics). The only one who's doing there job is the drummer.(which i thought did a good job). Incubus has to stop trying to recreate albums, cuz sooner or later there gonna turn into Linkin Park, and there much more talented to go down that road. o Expand
  9. kokoko
    Feb 22, 2004
    2
    no jesus, no elvis either..just sucks
  10. IncubusFan
    Feb 20, 2004
    10
    Whoever doesn't like this album, deserves to be burnt with a cigarette.
  11. angryandy
    Feb 23, 2004
    8
    Einziger's guitar work can be compared to Hendrix or Tom Morello on this album. Boyd's lyrics are more politically charged, reflecting a highly politicized era. Crow shows definite maturation. They have clearly found their footing in the ground they first began to stake out on Make Yourself. However, in my opinion, this album still falls short of their 1997 classic S.C.I.E.N.C.E.
  12. huddy
    May 5, 2006
    10
    the fact of the matter is yes its different from all their other albums but thats the great thing about incubus they reinvent themselves on every album and a crow left of the murder is a nother perfect album my the band
  13. GuillaumeC
    Oct 12, 2004
    10
    Once again, Incubus have managed to drastically change up their style and sound, and the outcome is fantastic. Though not as experimental as Morning View, the music here is blistering, energetic, and most of all, raw--the guitar and percussion, especially, shine through more than ever before, playing off each other across superb solos on tracks such as "Sick Sad Little World" and Once again, Incubus have managed to drastically change up their style and sound, and the outcome is fantastic. Though not as experimental as Morning View, the music here is blistering, energetic, and most of all, raw--the guitar and percussion, especially, shine through more than ever before, playing off each other across superb solos on tracks such as "Sick Sad Little World" and "Priceless," that will have you wondering where Einziger and Pasillas have been hidng all of this time. This is Incubus, at long last, doing rock n' roll--and it sounds awesome. Expand
  14. CharlieP
    Dec 25, 2004
    9
    This is a great album. Talk shows is a brilliant song.
  15. benh
    Feb 14, 2004
    10
    this is a genius album listen to mike and brandon
  16. RobbyDitigal
    Feb 16, 2004
    7
    A Crow Left of the Murder is a challenging listen even for the most hardcore Incubus fans. The band began a slight departure from their overly crowded genre with 2001's Morning View and, they continue down this path on their 5th LP. Unfortunately, artistic integrity doesn't exactly equal commercial success (the singles just aren't there). However, if given a chance, A Crow A Crow Left of the Murder is a challenging listen even for the most hardcore Incubus fans. The band began a slight departure from their overly crowded genre with 2001's Morning View and, they continue down this path on their 5th LP. Unfortunately, artistic integrity doesn't exactly equal commercial success (the singles just aren't there). However, if given a chance, A Crow Left of the Murder revials some amazing material. It is certainly the most intriguing alt-metal album I've heard in years... and that says a lot. Expand
  17. Justin
    Feb 5, 2004
    10
    CRAZY GOOD...best Incubus album yet.
  18. RemyBuB
    Feb 6, 2004
    10
    If your a fan of incubus or ever have been in the past u should pick this cd up. "Make Yourself" was my previous favorite, but i'm thinking this one is even better. They rock out more than in "Morning View" Plus with the new bassist, they harmonize in some songs and its definitly a good change of pace. the guitar solo's are sweet, especially in 'Sick Sad Little World' If your a fan of incubus or ever have been in the past u should pick this cd up. "Make Yourself" was my previous favorite, but i'm thinking this one is even better. They rock out more than in "Morning View" Plus with the new bassist, they harmonize in some songs and its definitly a good change of pace. the guitar solo's are sweet, especially in 'Sick Sad Little World' Oh the limited edition with the dvd is a great added bonus too. Its got them in concert, and some funny behind the scenes action. over 26 minutes of extras. Buy this CD now if u havent already Expand
  19. ronw
    Feb 9, 2004
    0
    utter shit
  20. christye
    Feb 9, 2004
    10
    i love it its incubus and incubus is incubus to me
  21. tomg
    Feb 9, 2004
    9
    better than morning view and different than most rock albums out there.
  22. danw
    Feb 9, 2004
    9
    great album,
  23. Democritus-
    Feb 9, 2004
    9
    This is certainly different than the other albums released, but that has become a standard for incubus hasn't it. I think any person is disappointed at first listen, but once you go through it a few times (which I have tonight) you start to enjoy this album. Give it a chance, don't throw it out in the trash after the first listen. People thought Brand New's Deja Entendu was This is certainly different than the other albums released, but that has become a standard for incubus hasn't it. I think any person is disappointed at first listen, but once you go through it a few times (which I have tonight) you start to enjoy this album. Give it a chance, don't throw it out in the trash after the first listen. People thought Brand New's Deja Entendu was terrible at first listen but now it's considered the best album of 2003 by many. Expand
  24. DaveM
    Feb 9, 2004
    10
    Everything I've come to enjoy from Incubus with some twists.
  25. mt
    Feb 9, 2004
    8
    After 2 listens this cd is very strong. Several tracks stand out. Another strong performance from Incubus.
  26. CrystalR
    May 20, 2004
    10
    This was a great album. Talk show on mute is great. It made me wanna read the book 1984, which brandon refers to(it's a good book) It's still on repeat in my cd player, this album wasn't as good as Make Yourself though, which dserves a 10.5(near perfection)
  27. samh.
    Jan 17, 2005
    7
    once again incubus has shown us thier lyrical genious. but im dissapointed in this album only because it seems like they could have done much better allaround except in the lyric department.
  28. NiklasP
    Jan 3, 2006
    10
    I really liked it but it just takes while to until you understand that you do!
  29. cedricbixler
    Feb 11, 2004
    7
    As soon as I listened to this record, I realized that the band was going to take it up the ass from both critics and fans on this album...the band's promise to return to the SCIENCE sound would no doubt dissapoint old fans b/c there's not a funk slap or scream to be found the entire 50 minutes, the droves of new pop fans who were expecting Morning View 2 would obviously be As soon as I listened to this record, I realized that the band was going to take it up the ass from both critics and fans on this album...the band's promise to return to the SCIENCE sound would no doubt dissapoint old fans b/c there's not a funk slap or scream to be found the entire 50 minutes, the droves of new pop fans who were expecting Morning View 2 would obviously be scared off by the art rock tendencies, and after two records pandering to the mainstream, critics won't even give their newest a chance before tearing it to pieces. And of course the whole problem lies in the fact that they've actually put out a good record. I would say their best. People look at SCIENCE fondly through the haze of nostalgia, but when it comes down to it, it's was basically a bunch of bad white boy rap with some funk slap bass thrown in. Now they've become a streamlined alt rock group, keeping things punchy and hooky without reverting to faux angst or sappy ballads. Almost. Lyrically, it's still pretty clunky, and there are a few throwaway soft numbers, but there is a grace in the band's playing, especially the guitarist's, lacking on previous releases. I figured this record would be more of the same suckiness I'd come to expect from the band, but just a different spin when the guitarist was talking about the classic rock influences on this album, causing me to picture bloated and stangnant songs, as drawn out as they were aimless. But he doesn't dwell on any one idea too long, even the spacier elements never lasting more than a few minutes. All in all, it's a matter of opinion I guess. I never liked Incubus's attempts at funk and pop, so I didn't really like any of their stuff up until now. So it's understandable that their fans would be dissapointed if they want more of that. But for me, it's a refreshing new change for the band, and they sound as inspired as ever. Also, there's no shitty DJ scratching which is a huge plus. Expand
  30. AlexO
    Feb 15, 2004
    9
    Innovative and well written. I breath of fresh air when compared to all of the shit that litters the airwaves nowadays. Thank you incubus!
Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 11
  2. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. There’s conceivably a great record still lurking inside this band but you’re going to have to wait just a bit longer to hear it.
  2. Entertainment Weekly
    42
    Tuneless, torturously knotty prog-metal. [13 Feb 2004, p.72]
  3. 40
    There’s little in the way of straightforward rock here[;] instead they have opted to renege on their commitment to flat-four crunch and embrace melodicism...and experimentalism.