Reads The Books [EP]
by Prefuse 73
  • Record Label: Warp
  • Release Date: Jul 12, 2005
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Junkmedia
    60
    The fusion of The Books' folk stylings and traditional instrumentation (cellos, banjos, clavinets) with Prefuse's hip-hop stutter-funk produces fresh moments, just not as many as desired.
  2. Entertainment Weekly
    58
    Ends up mired in a decidedly mild brew. [22 Jul 2005, p.78]
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  3. PopMatters
    50
    [The EP] just feels like it could have been a lot better.

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User Score
7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. Whisper
    Jul 22, 2005
    9
    Absolutely amazing, as I've come to expect from Prefuse.
  2. ag
    Jul 20, 2005
    9
    The album is what i hoped for from this collab. Herron and the Books and studs, and this akbum proves both parts of that statement to be true The album is what i hoped for from this collab. Herron and the Books and studs, and this akbum proves both parts of that statement to be true in one sweet 20+ minute package. This is what a great ep should be and I hope these dudes get together again.… Full Review »
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