Shut Up I Am Dreaming
by Sunset Rubdown
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Stylus Magazine
    91
    The poetry is too good, the gloom too cached in symbolism and fine melodies to feel trite or melodramatic.
  2. Pitchfork
    86
    The cumulative effect of Shut Up I Am Dreaming surpasses "I'll Believe in Anything"'s ostensible perfection. That's a brilliant song, yes, but this a brilliant album, ballooning with those sorts of moments on repeat.
  3. cokemachineglow
    84
    The sobering after-party to Wolf Parade’s debut.
  5. PopMatters
    80
    Spencer Krug has clearly established himself as a singular talent in any given guise, group, or effort.
  6. AllMusic
    80
    Shut Up I Am Dreaming is pure bedroom art-pop with a thin Britpop glaze that is as poignant and self-effacing as it is self conscious and pretentious.
  7. Prefix Magazine
    70
    Even with a few overdone songs, though, Shut Up I Am Dreaming is a solid effort.
  8. Billboard
    60
    "Shut Up I Am Dreaming" is a grower, and doesn't grab you by the ears like Wolf Parade's debut did.
  9. Tiny Mix Tapes
    60
    There are a number of mediocre ideas that are drawn out a bit too long.
  10. Lost At Sea
    55
    Shut Up’s biggest downfall is it’s speed, or lack thereof. The songs lilt and twirl with Krug’s yelp, xylophones and processed guitars, but rarely does the pace exceed ballad-like levels.

Awards & Rankings

56
#56 Best Album of 2006

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 52 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 52
  3. Negative: 3 out of 52
  1. Vampire25
    Jun 13, 2013
    5
    I can't say I'm the biggest fan of this album, I can't even say I'm a huge fan of this band. Some tracks on this record really linger andI can't say I'm the biggest fan of this album, I can't even say I'm a huge fan of this band. Some tracks on this record really linger and twiddle around with no real payoff. Not to mention the vocals in some aspects are truly awful. Their are a couple silver linings to be exploited though. The closing track is fantastic, and the instrumentation is spot on, but Spencer Krug just doesn't sound emotionally invested in it as he should.

    All In All, Shut Up I Am Dreaming has a few great ideas, but ultimately falls under it's own weight of ambition. C    … Full Review »
  2. StefanS
    Oct 15, 2006
    9
    A fantastic album. Last track, Shut Up I Am Dreaming of Places Where Lovers Have Wings, is amazing. Us Ones in Between is also worth a A fantastic album. Last track, Shut Up I Am Dreaming of Places Where Lovers Have Wings, is amazing. Us Ones in Between is also worth a mention. I prefer elements of Sunset Rubdown to Wolf Parade, but after all, they are different albums. Do yourself a favour and listen to this worthwhile effort.… Full Review »
  3. KevinM
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    My favorite album of the year, each song builds up beautifully and climaxes just as excellently. Songs like "I'm sorry i sang on your My favorite album of the year, each song builds up beautifully and climaxes just as excellently. Songs like "I'm sorry i sang on your hands" and "us ones in between". "They Took A Vote And Said No" is rollicking, and "Shut Up I'm Dreaming of Places Where Lovers Have Wings" is masterful. Check this album out if you liked Wolf Parade and see what you think. It's also a little more conventional to the out-there band "Frog Eyes".… Full Review »
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