The Guest
by Phantom Planet
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: Feb 26, 2002
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. E! Online
    91
    Sing-along melodies and breezy hooks are strewn throughout.
  2. Entertainment Weekly
    91
    A gem, with sunny three-part harmonies and songs that sound familiar in the best way.
  3. AllMusic
    80
    It’s hard to think of too many contemporary bands that are making such unapologetically sunny, pop-tinged rock and roll.
  5. Pitchfork
    73
    But the thing is, somewhere between all the vamping and forced attempts at being hip and irreverent, they found the time to write and record a fine record.
  6. Billboard
    70
    12 tracks of fun, lighthearted rock tunes that are each instantly hummable.

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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. edrereviewer
    Oct 13, 2020
    9
    A solid indie album from this band. Not only is the track "California" excellent, the rest of the album is a feel good summer album that isA solid indie album from this band. Not only is the track "California" excellent, the rest of the album is a feel good summer album that is greatly executed.… Full Review »
  2. manurock
    Aug 6, 2011
    9
    Great album which combines perfectly straight guitar pop or garage rock songs with more melodic and complex rock pieces. If you like the pianoGreat album which combines perfectly straight guitar pop or garage rock songs with more melodic and complex rock pieces. If you like the piano song "California" you will probably like this album.… Full Review »
  3. daven
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    A perfect blend of summery pop with melodic melodies.
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