Our Love To Admire
by Interpol
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Jul 10, 2007
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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 337 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 32 out of 337
  3. Negative: 20 out of 337

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  1. ZinD.
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    Everybody who awaited this third album shouldn't be dissapointed, but ratherly satisfied.For we all should know that the first and the second album were NOT ment to be replicas, but different arts of creations.
  2. BrendanN
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    This album is so amazing that one more song of this quality would be almost earth-shattering. I get chills during every song, and there are several moments on the album that are so gorgeous to hear that I wouldn't be surprised if multiple listens bring tears of joy to my eyes.
  3. SaraB.
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    A muscular, bipolar stomper of an album.
  4. MartinB.
    Jul 19, 2007
    10
    Like Natasha D. said - every listen is more and more rewarding. "Pace is the Trick" and "Pioneer to the Falls" make it worth the price of admission alone. I think, judging from this album's reception more than ever, that you either like Interpol's sound as-is, or you don't.
  5. JimJ
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    I don't see how people can think the Editors are just as good or better than Interpol. This album blows the competition away.
  6. Thompson
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    The best album I've heard since Arcade Fire's The Funeral. Our Love To Admire is another fine achievement by Interpol.
  7. AndréT.
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    Really pleasant... The better of the 3 album's.
  8. PoloK.
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    I will admit I wasn't expecting great things from this album. I thought Turn On The Bright Lights was great, but felt that Antics was a step back. I feared that Interpol would lose their way artistically and release a sub-par commercial record. I was wrong. Very very wrong. This is the best album that Interpol have released without a shadow of doubt. It is immense. It is artistic. It I will admit I wasn't expecting great things from this album. I thought Turn On The Bright Lights was great, but felt that Antics was a step back. I feared that Interpol would lose their way artistically and release a sub-par commercial record. I was wrong. Very very wrong. This is the best album that Interpol have released without a shadow of doubt. It is immense. It is artistic. It is beautiful. I love it and so will you.… Expand
  9. allanc.
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    a enjoining disc, one of the best albums in the world of indie in 2007,
  10. erick.
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    It's tops, I get goose bumps throughout the whole album as I do on the their first two albums.
  11. VladyE
    Aug 9, 2007
    10
    Our Love to Admire is my favorite Interpol album by a hair. Tracks 1-6 are amazing, as is "Rest my Chemistry." "Pace is the Trick," "Pioneer to the Falls," and "Heinrich Maneuver" are almost at the level at the unbelievable top three tracks on Antics- "Evil," "Narc," and "Slow Hands." It tails off a bit at the end, but edges out Antics by a bit. AWESOME.
  12. TroyH
    Sep 20, 2008
    10
    If you haven't heard interpol I suggest you start here. Might not be my favorite album of thier's but it is as good as any of them. I'm glad these guy's make music.
  13. JadH
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    Awesome cd .. it took 2 listens to grow on me. Personal favorites are Pace is the Trick, The Scale, Rest My Chemistry, and Pioneer to the Falls. These critics are retarded ... I guarantee they never give cds more than 1 listen and they love to be pompous jerks (ahem Pitchfork ahem). Id say that what users say is more accurate to how the cd really is.
  14. NikkiG
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    Brilliant! I was not to impressed with antics... but a band's 2nd cd always seems to be a low point in their career. Defintaley not as good as Turn on the Bright Lights, but I am glad that it is not just rippin on the success of that cd to make a TBL part 2. Though their growth may have taken them into a new direction while many want them to standstill in the glory of that one Brilliant! I was not to impressed with antics... but a band's 2nd cd always seems to be a low point in their career. Defintaley not as good as Turn on the Bright Lights, but I am glad that it is not just rippin on the success of that cd to make a TBL part 2. Though their growth may have taken them into a new direction while many want them to standstill in the glory of that one album... I am just happy to have something new to listen to that is pleasurable!… Expand
  15. EdwardS.
    Jul 17, 2007
    10
    This cd is fucking GREAT, screw all the critics, they like listening to queer shit! Viva Interpol!!!!!!!
  16. NatashaD.
    Jul 18, 2007
    10
    Grows on me with every listen. People complaining that the album "Still sounds like Interpol" confuse me. Is that a bad thing?
  17. Daniel
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    Round, beautiful short-novel
  18. OliverR.
    Jul 3, 2007
    10
    What's remarkable about this album is it's ability to completely change what you thought Interpol was. Critics often use the phrase "maturest album to date", in the case of Our Love To Admire, this statement is inherently true. Perhaps their darkest, most claustrophobic release, but easily their most consitent and thefore their most birlliant. Magic.
  19. RonnieD
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR. I don't have to listen to anything else. This band has gone above and beyond in every possible way to create this glorious masterpiece. Interpol you now belong in list of the greatest bands of all-time.
  20. Drake
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    The best post-punk/Alternative rock album since the Cure's classic "Disintegration" came out and blew everyone away. Interpol has done the unthinkable...they've made three great albums in a row. Which is a very hard thing to do nowadays especially with the crap that's out in music, right now. Best songs on the album are without a doubt--Pioneer to the Falls, No I in The best post-punk/Alternative rock album since the Cure's classic "Disintegration" came out and blew everyone away. Interpol has done the unthinkable...they've made three great albums in a row. Which is a very hard thing to do nowadays especially with the crap that's out in music, right now. Best songs on the album are without a doubt--Pioneer to the Falls, No I in Threesome, Pace Is the Trick, Who Do You Think?, All Fired Up, Lighthouse, but with Interpol all there songs are always good. Hopefully this album is a huge hit, cause, this band deserves it. Thank you Interpol.… Expand
  21. CarlS.
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    *&$! this is a masterpiece record. After so much disappointment over releases from bravery and the editors, this is is an amazingly rich release. They have lost none of their drama and parts of this album exceed the first. It's also a welcome relief after Antics, which took a while to appreciate. "My god" indeed.
  22. Gill
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    A definite contender for album of the year, it's so good. Interpol has taken Alternative rock to whole another level with this album. Simply incredible music!
  23. Allan
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    their best yet
  24. koertg.
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    Simply an amazing album! Every song definitely has its place on the album, and the songs sound well layered and heart-crafted. Interpol IS the best in its kind!
  25. stuc.
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    Interpol can do no wrong! they keep on getting better, when will it end? not any time soon i suspect
  26. JAVIERM.
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    Negritud afianzada. Su "disintegration" particular, solo hay dos crupos en el mundo capaz de ejemplificar la austeridad de estos tiempos.
  27. christianp.
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    Their best yet! The band continues to improve and explore. Bigger and brighter than Antics and tighter and more focused than Turn on the Bright Lights. So far, it is second only to The National for album of the year.
  28. DieterK.
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    Framed by the hypnotizing and majestic "Pioneer" and the irritating "Lighthouse" they present nine mostly great tracks that finally make the notorious questions regarding their stylistic influences sound ridiculous. This is Interpol, plain and musically expanded, and to my mind it sounds awesome.
  29. MM
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    This is album is so great that it nearly brought me to tears the first time I heard it, especially listening to PTTF and Pace Is the Trick. WOW!! Album of the year, no doubt about it. I also smell Grammy's for the boys. You deserve it.
  30. robertg.
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    OTLA could be my top album of the year (other contenders: The National, Blonde Redhead, Twilight Sad, Of Montreal, Modest Mouse). However, Interpol is my favorite band, so I may like them more than most. I like OLTA better than Antics but not as much as Turn On The Bright Lights, which may be my favorite album ever. Much like the National's Boxer, numerous llistens are required to OTLA could be my top album of the year (other contenders: The National, Blonde Redhead, Twilight Sad, Of Montreal, Modest Mouse). However, Interpol is my favorite band, so I may like them more than most. I like OLTA better than Antics but not as much as Turn On The Bright Lights, which may be my favorite album ever. Much like the National's Boxer, numerous llistens are required to form an opinion. Another masterpiece by Interpol.… Expand
  31. Alex
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    Its Good. Better then Antics. I thought they were gonna screw up this album big time, but I was wrong.
  32. DamienD
    Aug 1, 2007
    10
    The greatest achievement of 07. A brilliant return by Interpol!
  33. benf
    Aug 4, 2007
    10
    3rd masterpiece in a row by the greatest band ever.
  34. XY
    Oct 8, 2008
    10
    Not quite on the level of classic as "TOTBL" and "Antics" but still one of the best all around albums of 07. "No I in Threesome", "Pace is the Trick", "Rest my Chemistry", & "The Lighthouse" are among some of the best songs they've ever written. So, for that alone this a 10.
  35. BrianV.
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    Another great, entirely cohesive effort from Interpol. Keep it up, boys!
  36. MikeW.
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    It blends together the ethereal feel of TOTBL with the more singalong nature of Antics to perfectly advance the Interpol sound. It DOES take time to get under the skin, which a few of these reviewers clearly haven't got enough of, but rewards the patient.
  37. LauraC
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    They've evolved as a band, and it isn't a bad thing.
  38. DD
    Jul 12, 2007
    10
    Another milestone by Interpol.
  39. 1010
    Jul 12, 2007
    10
    10
  40. fanfanfan
    Jul 14, 2007
    10
    some of these review are senseless..."not the direction i personally envisioned them taking"??? thank god it isn't up to you, it is up to the band. thank you interpol for one of the years best albums. the songs are exciting, dense, and captivating. and to "Ian C.", I would reverse the scores you gave each album (but make antic even higher). their first album had a handful of great some of these review are senseless..."not the direction i personally envisioned them taking"??? thank god it isn't up to you, it is up to the band. thank you interpol for one of the years best albums. the songs are exciting, dense, and captivating. and to "Ian C.", I would reverse the scores you gave each album (but make antic even higher). their first album had a handful of great songs and a lot of forgettable joy division rip offs. antic tightened it up and now they are exploring with a sound they have mastered. i'm sorry ian, go hang yourself (again).… Expand
  41. MeatB.
    Jul 14, 2007
    10
    This is one heck of an album! Definitely worth the long 3 years wait. OLTA is just as good as TOTBL and Antics, don't listen to what the critics say. Interpol is clearly one of the best bands in the world.
  42. JonB
    Jul 21, 2007
    10
    This is the 1st Interpol album I have bought. I know that this is a wicked album so I really couldn't care less what anyone else thinks. Pace is the Trick is my favourite track. Ace.
  43. RodrigoD.
    Jul 23, 2007
    10
    Darkly Perfect!!!
  44. LuisZ
    Jul 24, 2007
    10
    Great Album, darker than Antics.
  45. JamalS
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    Album of the year, levels up to Interpol's previous albums - amazing symphonies.
  46. MitchelW
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    Brilliant
  47. Swede
    Jul 30, 2007
    10
    Down with the critics. This one is solid!
  48. EE
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    Brilliant! That's about all I can say. I'm...I'm speechless.
  49. Rocco
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    Without a doubt, Album of the year. Even though, 07 has been an incredible year for music. Interpol has once again shown why there musical genuises. A must buy for anyone who calls themselves a rock fan.
  50. kostast.
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    breathtaking
  51. CraigT.N.
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    I'd honestly give this a 9.5. It's really a return to their earlier feel of releasing an Album, not just singles on an LP. It's such a build on the sounds of Antics and an exploration of the shrouded mystery and romance that the band is known for.
  52. AndrewP
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    Recording albums is always going to be difficult for a band whose masterpiece came in their debut. Instead of comparing Our Love to Admire to Turn on the Bright Lights, one should just it on its own quite considerable merits. Interpol is just as dark as ever, but expands their sound considerably with keyboards and louder guitars. What surprised me though, are Banks' lyrics, which in Recording albums is always going to be difficult for a band whose masterpiece came in their debut. Instead of comparing Our Love to Admire to Turn on the Bright Lights, one should just it on its own quite considerable merits. Interpol is just as dark as ever, but expands their sound considerably with keyboards and louder guitars. What surprised me though, are Banks' lyrics, which in contrast with other reviews, I feel have significantly improved since Antics. This cd is solid from start to end, and will be seen among the top of the crop from 2007.… Expand
  53. LP
    Aug 14, 2007
    10
    Critics don't have a clue...that's why they're critics and not musicians. It's their best yet.
  54. DannyC.
    Sep 10, 2007
    10
    Pace Is The Trick, No I In Threesome, Wrecking Ball, Heinrich Maneuver and Who Do You Think are all on my list for Top 10 songs of 2007...amazing album, just like Turn On The Bright Lights
  55. CS.
    Sep 6, 2007
    10
    This is Interpol...I loce , love , love this album. The first four tracks feed off each other and even the ones to follow are good but the first four really are something special all together. Highly recommended.
  56. rrrrt
    Jan 10, 2008
    10
    Very good. Along with In rainbows, best of the year.
  57. AC
    Nov 6, 2007
    10
    Another Masterpiece by the boys in black. "OLTA" is without a doubt on par, with "TOTBL" and "Antics", which says alot about how good this album is. 2007 has been a tremendous year for music and but this is the best of the pact. This is my choice for "Album of the Year" and once again proves why Interpol is the best band in the world, right now.
  58. TylerC.
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    This cd is a culmination of the spirit of Interpol. They lead in a genre full of leaders. Their sound and their soul comes through Our Love to Admire. As soon as it was made available to me I listened to the entirety of this album twice. After hearing Turn on the Bright Lights and Antics, the sound that they have produced for Admire is to be expected. They couldn't have produced a This cd is a culmination of the spirit of Interpol. They lead in a genre full of leaders. Their sound and their soul comes through Our Love to Admire. As soon as it was made available to me I listened to the entirety of this album twice. After hearing Turn on the Bright Lights and Antics, the sound that they have produced for Admire is to be expected. They couldn't have produced a richer, more mature, more elevate sound than they did. Calos D. and gang have my vote for best album thus far in a year of Spoon, Bloc Party and The Arcade Fire, they have toppled the competition.… Expand
  59. CrimsonK.
    Jul 12, 2007
    10
    Though i normally listen to classic, progessive rock like Genesis, King Crimson ,Pink Floyd and some rock and grunge bands like Soundgarden , Pearl Jam ,Foo Fighters, Radiohead,etc. ever since i got introduced to Interpol by a friend (along with countless other "indie" crap that supposedly was music) they got me completely hooked .The voice , the minimalism , the dark vibe,themelodies, i Though i normally listen to classic, progessive rock like Genesis, King Crimson ,Pink Floyd and some rock and grunge bands like Soundgarden , Pearl Jam ,Foo Fighters, Radiohead,etc. ever since i got introduced to Interpol by a friend (along with countless other "indie" crap that supposedly was music) they got me completely hooked .The voice , the minimalism , the dark vibe,themelodies, i liked everything. Through reading some of these comments i see that some feel that Interpol is getting progressively worse ever since Turn On The Brights Lights. I personally dont think this is the case, Antics was a more pop album, at least for interpol´s standards, but i liked the more direct aproach to the songs and the songs were excellent , "Evil", "Narc", "Not Even Jail", "Slow Hands","Take You On A Cruise" and specially "Public Pervert" were all killer. This new Our Love To Admire is even better to me . In terms of pure sound , this one is the best, or at least the better produced and better layered one; and the bass is not mixed intrusively loud and low like in TOTBL, same for the drums. And some songs here i feel are their best and most complete work, in music and lyrics. "Mammoth" is right now my favorite Interpol song ever, "Pioneer to the Falls" was an epic way to start the album , "No I In Threesome", "All Fired Up" , "Pace is The Trick" and the great "Wrecking Ball" .Overall , i feel this record is their most accomplished in structure and quality of sound , a more polished and elegant work. I highly recomend it .… Expand
  60. Travis
    Jul 12, 2007
    10
    Reord of the year! Brilliant work of art.
  61. xavier
    Jul 13, 2007
    10
    amazing album!
  62. EricC.
    Jul 14, 2007
    10
    Call me crazy, but I like this one more than their much hyped and crazed Antics. It may not have crowd friendly singles that will pop up on FM radios, but it's a cd that I know I can pop in and just let run, not ever having to hit the skip button. And trust me, that's a huge compliment from me. Hence the 10. There are minor style changes, so I can see why some people might shy Call me crazy, but I like this one more than their much hyped and crazed Antics. It may not have crowd friendly singles that will pop up on FM radios, but it's a cd that I know I can pop in and just let run, not ever having to hit the skip button. And trust me, that's a huge compliment from me. Hence the 10. There are minor style changes, so I can see why some people might shy away from it, but for people like me who weren't crazy about their original sound, this cd is one of the years best.… Expand
  63. RogerT.
    Jul 16, 2007
    10
    Interpol's new album is much darker and obscure than the first two. It is an excellent album with several great tracks like: "no I in threesome", "pioneer to the falls" and my favorite rest my chemistry! I definetely recommend this album to anyone. It is like okcomputer to radiohead!
  64. Henry5
    Jul 18, 2007
    10
    awesome awesome awesome!
  65. Kitty
    Jul 26, 2007
    10
    Album of the year, that pretty sums it up.
  66. RobertM.
    Apr 26, 2008
    10
    This album is a true masterpiece. In my opinion it´s even better than TOTBL. It´s impossible to find a weak point on that record. Congratulation boys!
  67. PierreM.
    Dec 19, 2007
    10
    Amazing third album, les see what they come up with next.
  68. Cobweb
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    Interpol's best album, easily. It's nearly flawless- "Pioneer to the Falls" and "Mammoth" stand out as two of the finest tracks the band has ever recorded. Hopefully in the long run it will get the respect it deserves.
  69. njestyle
    Dec 20, 2011
    10
    Honestly don't care what "Interpol" fans say... As myself is a Interpol fan i declare this is definitely their second best only just behind Turn On The Bright Lights, not really. But this album is amazing, great opening track in Pioneer To The Falls then going into my personal all time favourite Interpol song No I In Threesome then finishing a lovely end of Lighthouse. I personally believeHonestly don't care what "Interpol" fans say... As myself is a Interpol fan i declare this is definitely their second best only just behind Turn On The Bright Lights, not really. But this album is amazing, great opening track in Pioneer To The Falls then going into my personal all time favourite Interpol song No I In Threesome then finishing a lovely end of Lighthouse. I personally believe Paul Bank sings at his best in this whole album... his vocals just sound more clearer.. then his other stuff... The Bass lines however aren't as AMAZING!! or remeberable then their debut of Turn On The Bright Lights or i guess "Antics" but Carlos Dengler identity will still of course live in this album... Daniel Kessler of course doing a great job on his guitar through the whole album... and Sam amazing drumming. GREAT ALBUM my number 2 interpol album and number 16 on my top 100 albums. AMAZING ALBUM **********… Expand
  70. alxmsn
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This is in my opinion Interpol's best album. Their 'OK Computer', in a way.
  71. ges.
    Jul 16, 2007
    9
    a great album by the best band of the last 5 years...
  72. ZacharyS
    Jul 10, 2007
    9
    Its a super great album...however there are parts that don't hook me like some of the old Interpol did, but overall and personally, this is my favorite Interpol album...it's great to see them change a bit...and have Paul sing a little more than drone...
  73. MarioR
    Jul 28, 2007
    9
    This is the best Interpol album to date
  74. Shes_soLoose
    Aug 31, 2007
    9
    I'm in a minority here, as I did NOT like either Turn on the bright lights or Antics. The first one had some glacial heart to it, but it was too obsessively repetitive hence ultimately boring (although Obstacle 1 was admittedly great); Antics on the other hand was poppier and even less interesting. I was pleasantly surprised by this record. It is top-heavy and not at all flawless, I'm in a minority here, as I did NOT like either Turn on the bright lights or Antics. The first one had some glacial heart to it, but it was too obsessively repetitive hence ultimately boring (although Obstacle 1 was admittedly great); Antics on the other hand was poppier and even less interesting. I was pleasantly surprised by this record. It is top-heavy and not at all flawless, BUT not only I like The Heinrich Maneuver, The Scale, Lighthouse and No I in Threesome; I also think that Pioneer to the Falls is one of the very best songs written by anybody in this decade. For that alone, Interpol deserve big kudos, but the album on the whole is, as full of high and lows as it is, a very good one nonetheless. My pick for 2007 thus far.… Expand
  75. EricoM.
    Jul 11, 2007
    9
    It's a great album. I think if you don't like the style, don't vote or critic. I love the Interpol's depressin songs and lyrics. If you don't shut up. Go listen Fergie or some American Idol singer and be happy
  76. [Anonymous]
    Jul 14, 2007
    9
    fucking great album
  77. DylanS
    Jul 10, 2007
    9
    Damn good CD, go out and buy it. Just as good (if not better) than Bright Lights, which I feel was always vastly overrated. Disregard any reviews here that are negative, musical purist always get pissy when a band goes major label -- trust me it aint bad. If anything Interpol going major label, and thus insane, has stopped them from the banality of their last 2 CDs and allowed them to Damn good CD, go out and buy it. Just as good (if not better) than Bright Lights, which I feel was always vastly overrated. Disregard any reviews here that are negative, musical purist always get pissy when a band goes major label -- trust me it aint bad. If anything Interpol going major label, and thus insane, has stopped them from the banality of their last 2 CDs and allowed them to create something quite beautiful.… Expand
  78. NadirtL.
    Jul 10, 2007
    9
    Maybe more enjoyable than Antics. A fantastic record with instant classics: Pioneer To The Falls, No I In Threesome, Pace Is The Trick, Rest My Chemistry, Mammoth, Wrecking Ball and Lighthouse. Don't get caught up in the "big label= bad record" cliche evaluation. TOTBL was and is insurmountable, but show me another band that can bust out an album like Admire. Every song different, Maybe more enjoyable than Antics. A fantastic record with instant classics: Pioneer To The Falls, No I In Threesome, Pace Is The Trick, Rest My Chemistry, Mammoth, Wrecking Ball and Lighthouse. Don't get caught up in the "big label= bad record" cliche evaluation. TOTBL was and is insurmountable, but show me another band that can bust out an album like Admire. Every song different, and unlike anything else any other band is putting out. Giddy!… Expand
  79. NeilP
    Jul 6, 2007
    9
    Maybe its better than Antics. This was a very enjoyable listen. Listen to Pace Is the Trick.
  80. JoeR.
    Jul 7, 2007
    9
    Fantastic album.
  81. AndreaD.
    Jul 8, 2007
    9
    awesome
  82. emilyw.
    Jul 9, 2007
    9
    Tiny Mix Tapes has officially lost it. If you need any proof of that, just give a listen to around 90% of the albums they give glowing reviews to. They are shit. And not shit in the way the TMT reviewer of this album considers Interpol's new, amazing record to be. Shit like really ambient, electronic, nonsense garbage, where people like the reviewers at TMT think they have covered Tiny Mix Tapes has officially lost it. If you need any proof of that, just give a listen to around 90% of the albums they give glowing reviews to. They are shit. And not shit in the way the TMT reviewer of this album considers Interpol's new, amazing record to be. Shit like really ambient, electronic, nonsense garbage, where people like the reviewers at TMT think they have covered their asses by praising it because if you say it's bad, they will just counter with, "You just don't get it." Well, maybe you can get this TMT reviewers: this album is brilliant and you are fucking retards. You can keep your Juana Molina and other progressive electronic shit. I'll just stick with bands that make great music.… Expand
  83. RayF.
    Jul 9, 2007
    9
    This is easily their most polished, cutting and haunting album to date. With this release Interpol finally prove they're more than Joy Division wannabees. Their angst is the real deal.
  84. ChrisE.
    Jul 9, 2007
    9
    such a good album , pace is the trick "the track".. it has a great opening too, but nothing like "untitled"..
  85. ErikR
    Aug 1, 2007
    9
    Excellent album!!!
  86. Yannis
    Aug 13, 2007
    9
    Don't let the critics disappoint you. This is an album of great musical depth. Needs some listens to reveal all of its beauty, but then it turns into pure aural pleasure. The guitar work is haunting, the structure of the songs wisely designed. It lacks the spontaneity of "Antics", but then, make no mistake: this is not punk. I would say it is rock near the borders of classical and Don't let the critics disappoint you. This is an album of great musical depth. Needs some listens to reveal all of its beauty, but then it turns into pure aural pleasure. The guitar work is haunting, the structure of the songs wisely designed. It lacks the spontaneity of "Antics", but then, make no mistake: this is not punk. I would say it is rock near the borders of classical and soundtrack music.… Expand
  87. ShaneR
    Aug 21, 2007
    9
    It takes some time for your brain to work out all the little musical niggles in each song, and before this development happens, the album is a struggle to listen to, but after this happens, you have an album that, in my opinion, is unparallel to anything recently available in the charts. Banks' lyrics are unfortunately not as inspiring as the previous two albums, some of them are It takes some time for your brain to work out all the little musical niggles in each song, and before this development happens, the album is a struggle to listen to, but after this happens, you have an album that, in my opinion, is unparallel to anything recently available in the charts. Banks' lyrics are unfortunately not as inspiring as the previous two albums, some of them are really bad actually, but this does not take anything away from the listening experience on offer here for me. "Pioneer to the Falls", "Pace is the Trick" and "Wrecking Ball" are stunning. "All Fired Up" is the only disappointing, skip-able track here for me.… Expand
  88. jeffr
    Aug 2, 2007
    9
    takes a few listens - around the 5th or 6th go-around, i began to "get" the album, and stop wishing it was antics 2. it's really a fantastic record, every song is a keeper and is independently memorable. I guess i differ from the majority in feeling like it's not all that much like the other two - it feels like a solid departure, while still retaining what is classically interpol.
  89. JuliaAnderso.n
    May 2, 2008
    9
    Amazing, best album so far! Much more depth, letting Carlos use his talents in other ways.
  90. MR
    Nov 18, 2007
    9
    OLTA cements Interpol's status as the best rock band of this decade. Joy who?
  91. Allan
    Jul 11, 2007
    9
    their best yet
  92. MiguelM.
    Jul 11, 2007
    9
    Definitively a change from the previous albums but not a bad one! Songs take a little more time to sink in but the provoking lyrics help. I think the band is really up to something and listineng to Our Love to Admire makes me feel like I'm witnessing something great unravel.
  93. solso
    Jul 12, 2007
    9
    It does have a few duds but the others make up for it. Pace is the trick is one of interpols best. And yes the critics are retarded i read one of the reviews and they incorrectly quoted the lyrics
  94. BrendanH
    Jul 14, 2007
    9
    Love it...expansive production, great songs. Totally disagree about the rhythm players being A.W.O.L. Carlos contributes some fine, menacing lines throughout, and Fogarino is excellent as usual. I think the problem that the "1 listen" reviewers are having is that this is a much more restrained and subtle record than, say, the new White Stripes. Not a record that needs to beat you over the Love it...expansive production, great songs. Totally disagree about the rhythm players being A.W.O.L. Carlos contributes some fine, menacing lines throughout, and Fogarino is excellent as usual. I think the problem that the "1 listen" reviewers are having is that this is a much more restrained and subtle record than, say, the new White Stripes. Not a record that needs to beat you over the head to make its point, more like a slow burn. One of the best of the year, so far.… Expand
  95. SamF.
    Jul 17, 2007
    9
    One of the albums of the year
  96. PaulF
    Jul 20, 2007
    9
    this album is full of soaring guitars and melodies that make your insides feel like they're about to explode. interpol have made an album that fills the listener with feelings of invincibilty and heart ache at the same time...
  97. SteveK
    Jul 27, 2007
    9
    Interpol maintain a unique style that distinguishes them from a lot of the other stuff out there. The new record is more commercial then the earlier ones but certainly among the best albums of the year. Almost all songs are good.
  98. NabihaH.
    Jul 7, 2007
    9
    This album is incredibly different from Antics and Turn on the Bright Lights (much more ethereal) but is still beautiful in its own way. However, a few of the songs sound half-assed...it is a very good album as a whole, but there aren't that many individual songs that are amazing.
  99. ComissárioR.
    Jul 7, 2007
    9
    Ok
  100. matta.
    Jul 8, 2007
    9
    I'm praying that this album gets more good reviews and can become the new number one album on the top thirty list for the year here on metacritic. Why? Because The Field is an aimless mess of electronic noise and formulaic, predictable house/trip-hop beats. While I don't think Our Love To Admire is quite the best album of the year so far (that would be The National), it is at I'm praying that this album gets more good reviews and can become the new number one album on the top thirty list for the year here on metacritic. Why? Because The Field is an aimless mess of electronic noise and formulaic, predictable house/trip-hop beats. While I don't think Our Love To Admire is quite the best album of the year so far (that would be The National), it is at least top five and is Interpol's best album yet, yes, even better than their very good debut. The lyrics have improved, as has the scope of Interpol's sound.… Expand
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#10 Most Discussed Album of 2007
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#18 Most Shared Album of 2007

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Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 37
  3. Negative: 2 out of 37
  1. Amazon.com
    80
    The black-clad New York quartet still sounds inflexibly menacing, grasping tighter than ever to its doomy post-punk influences and delving further into frontman Paul Banks's emotional unrest.
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  2. Observer Music Monthly
    80
    Our Love to Admire fleshes out the dark edges of Interpol's sound to create a polished, muscular-sounding record that teems with life and bristling potency.
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  3. Drowned In Sound
    90
    With giant gyrating reverberated guitars and a grandiose brass section, this is the sound of a rock band attempting the sweeping gallantry of Sibelius or Tchaikovsky and getting away with it. It represents a smugly victorious ending to what is a phenomenally strong and well-polished album.
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