Hey Venus!
by Super Furry Animals
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 39
  3. Negative: 3 out of 39

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  1. SamuelL.
    Jan 21, 2008
    6
    This and Love Kraft represent the band's low point. I think this is a step above LK, as I actually enjoy the majority of these songs, but it isn't much of a step forward. It's just a set of standard pop songs, with the exception of the magnificent "Carbon Dating." That's pop music on another level, and something that the band should further pursue on their next album. This and Love Kraft represent the band's low point. I think this is a step above LK, as I actually enjoy the majority of these songs, but it isn't much of a step forward. It's just a set of standard pop songs, with the exception of the magnificent "Carbon Dating." That's pop music on another level, and something that the band should further pursue on their next album. They still have it in them. Gruff's two solo albums were both amazing and Neon Neon is turning out to be excellent as well. They just need better ideas on their next one.… Expand

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#95 Most Discussed Album of 2008

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. The Guardian
    80
    The only shortcoming is how quickly it's all over. Roll on number nine.
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  2. Uncut
    60
    Hey Venus! is an attractive album with a broad appeal – Rough Trade wanted a pop record and got one--but it also feels like a missed opportunity, a consolidation of affairs rather than a step forward.
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  3. BBC collective
    60
    No doubt fans’ll love it, but virgins shouldn’t expect to swoon at this end-of-the-pier jamming.
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