Toy
by Yello
  • Record Label: Polydor
  • Release Date: Sep 30, 2016
Metascore
74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. Record Collector
    Oct 7, 2016
    60
    Dieter Meier’s vocals are a little grizzled but retain their dark chocolate vibes. He’s the bohemian who’s seen it all but can’t stop partying, reflecting this in the lyrics. He does however need a few disco naps, these being filled adequately by party guests.
  2. The Guardian
    Sep 29, 2016
    60
    With much of the album sounding like the sort of music that might play in a futurist casino, Blank’s sonic palette stretches from eastern pipes to Balearic comedown music to (gulp) sexagenarian dubstep.
  3. Q Magazine
    Sep 28, 2016
    60
    It doesn't eclipse their finest work, but if Toy is to be their farewell, it's a fine way to go. [Nov 2016, p.114]
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User Score
7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. interference
    Oct 11, 2016
    9
    What an excellent album. Entertaining from start to finish.
    Undoubtedly best in its genre this year. Outdoing Pet Shop Boys with ease.
    Not    What an excellent album. Entertaining from start to finish.
    Undoubtedly best in its genre this year. Outdoing Pet Shop Boys with ease.
    Not getting the rates it deserves.    … Full Review »
  2. tonyobregon
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    I'm blown away at how fresh and modern this album feels while still maintaining Yello's coveted and beloved musical style. I hear bits andI'm blown away at how fresh and modern this album feels while still maintaining Yello's coveted and beloved musical style. I hear bits and pieces from all of their previous albums on it and it makes me very happy. Not crazy about the album cover as it doesn't convey the mood of the songs but standout tracks for me are 30,000 Days, Electrified, Starlight Scene and Blue Biscuit.… Full Review »
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