Seaside Rock
by Peter Bjorn and John
Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Observer Music Monthly
    80
    Wait till you hear 'Norrlands Riviera', the best thing Belle and Sebastian never did. Blissful.
  2. Uncut
    80
    They've come up with a non-vocal album that surprises and delights. [Nov 2008, p.112]
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  3. Pitchfork
    63
    As beautifully assembled as parts of Seaside Rock are, a couple of genre-specific tracks underscore its stopgap nature.

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User Score
7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. Wienskhund
    Mar 16, 2022
    8
    While this album may not be what you'd expect for PB&J, as it was something I certainly wasn't, it's a really nice album to listen to. I'd sayWhile this album may not be what you'd expect for PB&J, as it was something I certainly wasn't, it's a really nice album to listen to. I'd say that this album is best listened to in more of a relaxed setting, a place where you can enjoy nature, wind down, and take in the music. This album will be strange to some, with it being completely instrumental, but if you're fine with that, you can come to appreciate the tranquillity and beauty this album has to offer.… Full Review »
  2. SilverMan
    Jun 27, 2012
    8
    Quite different from the last album (Writer's Block), Seaside Rock is the band trying to create something more grown-up. That's not whatQuite different from the last album (Writer's Block), Seaside Rock is the band trying to create something more grown-up. That's not what happened, but still they have created wonderful instrumental tracks, each one has its essence. Some of them even remember Durutti Column… Full Review »
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