No Cities to Love

1. exodus9237

   Jan 20, 2015

   10

   I didn't think that the metascore would be so high, honestly, but it's good to see that this excellent, excellent, album gets the reviews thatI didn't think that the metascore would be so high, honestly, but it's good to see that this excellent, excellent, album gets the reviews that it deserves. And, hopefully, the attention S-K deserves.
   
   I loved it, focused and thrashing punk, always with the meaningful lyrics that represents them. This is quintessential Sleater-Kinney, with Janet precise drumming, Carrie's very creative riffs, and Corin's powerful voice. I don't think there's gonna be something better in rock this year.… Expand

   • 4 of 6 users found this helpful
2. greebs

   Jan 22, 2015

   10

   Sleater-Kinney is one of my favorite bands of all-time -- the fact that they regrouped and created a new album is amazing to me, it's as ifSleater-Kinney is one of my favorite bands of all-time -- the fact that they regrouped and created a new album is amazing to me, it's as if Joe Strummer never died and The Clash got back together ... and what's more, in doing so, they released an album that feels like there wasn't 10 years in between The Woods and this. It feels completely natural, a S-K album through and through - and yet it also feels like an evolution in the best way possible. I've missed Corin Tucker's screaming/singing (and her solo work is good but not here). I like Portlandia but this is where Carrie Brownstein is at her very best, and Janet Weiss pounds the drums as well or better than anyone else.
   
   Like most great albums, this gets better and better with each listen. So glad this is getting the press and attention it deserves - Sleater-Kinney was and is again one of the very best bands in the world.… Expand

   • 2 of 4 users found this helpful
4. brockcheese

   Jan 25, 2015

   9

   This album is great. It both glamorizes and pokes fun a hipster culture while parodying and taking part in that post-punk genre of music. AnThis album is great. It both glamorizes and pokes fun a hipster culture while parodying and taking part in that post-punk genre of music. An excellent album about losing fame through age and tiredness and regaining it back, breaking idols, so on and so forth. Add some sick guitar solos and you have a killer pop album that is a great start off for 2015.… Expand

   • 2 of 3 users found this helpful
5. All_ButTrU4

   Oct 11, 2021

   8

   The years away have allowed for something grand to grow. Strong singular ideas collected into one of the best come back albums in recentThe years away have allowed for something grand to grow. Strong singular ideas collected into one of the best come back albums in recent memory. They sound fresh like new comers aiming to prove their skill but with the execution of the veterans they are that gives for one head bashing vocal stripping ride. Highlights: no cities to love,a new wave,price tag&fangless… Expand

   • 0 of 0 users found this helpful
6. stopmakingsense

   Jan 31, 2015

   8

   Their first release in ten years and eighth album overall. Many only released just how good they were until they took an indefinite breakTheir first release in ten years and eighth album overall. Many only released just how good they were until they took an indefinite break after 2005's The Woods. They weren't just the best all-female band of their era, but were easily one of the best bands around during the ten year period from 1995 to 2005. Formed initially as a side project, they decided to become a full band after recording their debut album. With a sound that can be described as a mix of 90's alt-rock, punk and feminism, they went on to release seven albums in ten years. No Cities to Love is a great return. It's short, at just over 30 mins, and packs one hell of a punch. No Cities is more than just a revival by an old band who hammer out some half-assed tunes, get paid but are unable to capture anything close to what made them great in the first place. The band worked on No Cities for two years and ditched anything that sounded too much like their past work. It's hooky and full of energy, with complex rhythms, creative riffs, powerful vocals and excellent drumming. Whether you're a big fan from the past or relatively new to them, there's something here for all to love.… Collapse

   • 1 of 2 users found this helpful
7. kilgoretrout321

   Aug 23, 2015

   7

   I was underwhelmed by the impact this album made on me. Sonically, it's one of their strongest works, but some songs went on too long and theI was underwhelmed by the impact this album made on me. Sonically, it's one of their strongest works, but some songs went on too long and the feelings/ideas came off a bit tired and/or straining; these punk-steeped composers should be well-versed in being brief and leaving us wanting. Truthfully, I think I was more excited as a fan to explore a just released Sleater-Kinney record for the first time. That being accomplished, I'd rather listen to their past records than revisit No Cities to Love.… Expand

   • 0 of 1 users found this helpful
8. TheEverydayMan

   Feb 3, 2015

   5

   Cannot for the life of me understand the overwhelmingly positive reviews this album is getting. No doubt, it's a sophisticated work, just likeCannot for the life of me understand the overwhelmingly positive reviews this album is getting. No doubt, it's a sophisticated work, just like everything else in Sleater Kinney's past--the two-punch guitar attack of Corin Tucker and Carrie Brownstein is still as dynamic as it ever was--and the album still retains the defiant spirit of punk feminism that characterized their early works. But this album does nothing more than reaffirm strengths that were established 15 years ago, and the melodies are for the most part generic pop melodies that sound too radio-friendly to be Sleater-Kinney. I'm not saying this album had to be a follow-up to The Woods, but damn this is boring. You can listen to the album once and you've heard everything you already need to hear.… Expand

   • 6 of 13 users found this helpful

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