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77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. Jun 7, 2019
    80
    Office Politics is, as with most Divine Comedy releases, a record with its finger firmly on the pulse of this zeitgeist.
  2. Mojo
    Jun 6, 2019
    80
    It's wholly bewitching. [Jul 2019, p.90]
  3. Uncut
    Jun 6, 2019
    80
    A funny, peculiar, epic piece of pop minimalism that could be no-one else but Hannon. [Jul 2019, p.27]
  4. Q Magazine
    Jun 6, 2019
    80
    It's the beeping, whirring creations that shine most, signalling that Hannon and his trademark wit and empathy are still there. [Summer 2019, p.108]
  5. Jun 10, 2019
    72
    Though it could use some tightening—it is a double-album, after all—there’s a joke for everyone, and a very funny one at that.
  6. Jun 14, 2019
    70
    Both confounding and compelling, Office Politics, like much of Hannon's work, feels a bit like a magnificently rendered lark, but as per usual, it's hard not to admire the craftsmanship.
  7. Jun 6, 2019
    70
    With plenty to digest, there’s no lack of ideas, if maybe a lack of focus. Stripping this back to a leaner, focused synth set might have injected a bit more punch. That said, Office Politics finds the underrated genius as acerbic and creatively inspired as ever.
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 22
  2. Negative: 2 out of 22
  1. Jun 12, 2019
    9
    Whether you think Neil Hannon's comedy is a hit or miss (I certainly thought it was a hit), the bottom line is "Office Politics" is a darnWhether you think Neil Hannon's comedy is a hit or miss (I certainly thought it was a hit), the bottom line is "Office Politics" is a darn fine musical album. Look past Hannon's quirky jokes and inconsistent singing and what you get are a wonderful blend of thoughtful lyrics, sweeping sounds, and unique blends of instrumentals to form an album like nothing else out there right now. A few misses like "Philip and Steve's Furniture Removal Company", which is more annoying than anything else, keeps this album from a perfect 10, but find a quiet place to listen and digest this album and what you will get in return is an hour of fun, entertainment, and above all else: An hour of pretty fantastic music. Full Review »
  2. Jun 15, 2019
    9
    Thrilling new direction with some familiar tones from a national treasure. So much to feast on here.
  3. RPF
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    A another great addition to the 'Divine Comedy' line up. A mix of lyrical genius with instrumental talent. It is a very relevant album withA another great addition to the 'Divine Comedy' line up. A mix of lyrical genius with instrumental talent. It is a very relevant album with the time we live in! Standout tracks: "Dark days are here again", "Office Politics", The Life and Soul of the Party" and "Infernal Machines". Full Review »