• Record Label: American
  • Release Date: Jul 1, 2003
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7

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  1. ginagina
    Feb 7, 2004
    10
    the combo of these guys and rick rubin turn me oooooooon, over and all around.....thanks for the music
  2. emilyg
    Sep 12, 2003
    10
    This CD is awesome! :-D I cannot wait to see them!
  3. AndrewL
    Sep 24, 2003
    10
    Fabulous stuff here! I'm a huge fan of Radiohead, the Stereophonics, Verve, Blur, Travis and other Brit-Pop bands. It's nice to hear some American rock with heart and intelligence in this era of over-produced bubblegum pop. Rock On PaloAlto!
  4. AlexP
    Jul 22, 2003
    9
    fuck yeah!!!
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Spin
    67
    There's more muscle in their moping this time around. [Apr 2003, p.107]
  2. Alternative Press
    80
    Loaded with lilting melodies, powerfully introspective lyrics, swelling harmonies and an orchestral quality whose timelessness transcends trends. [Jul 2003, p.121]
  3. Those who appreciate an honest, basic record will enjoy Paloalto's simple approach.