Victorious
by Wolfmother
User Score
6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 19
  3. Negative: 3 out of 19
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  1. 3dsmatt
    Feb 19, 2016
    7
    An average to good album, but it feels like Stockdale is putting less and less effort into making the music unique. This is especially apparent in 'Pretty Peggy', which could have been produced by ANY band; the only thing making it sound like a Wolfmother track is Andrew's voice, which isn't enough of a distraction on it's own. That said, some of the riffs are their best since the first album.
  2. turtleseyes
    Feb 20, 2016
    9
    This is truly a rock album and that's it. It doesn't pretend to reinvent the wheel, it doesn't have to. It resembles more of 80s heavy than 70s hard to my ears, and that fits like a glove for Wolfmother sound. A real treat for fans. Also a nice change of pace from the stoner-rock lo-fi release from 2014, New Crown. Just don't expect or try to compare this to their first album, its reallyThis is truly a rock album and that's it. It doesn't pretend to reinvent the wheel, it doesn't have to. It resembles more of 80s heavy than 70s hard to my ears, and that fits like a glove for Wolfmother sound. A real treat for fans. Also a nice change of pace from the stoner-rock lo-fi release from 2014, New Crown. Just don't expect or try to compare this to their first album, its really different, but still pretty good music. Enjoy. I'm sure I will.… Expand
  3. Giamast
    Feb 19, 2016
    10
    It's classic Wolfmother, with great riffs, amazing drums and Andrew's typical voice. If you like the 70's rock/ stoner rock, this album it's the right choice.
    Advice: buy the deluxe edition with the 2 bonus track (Wedding and Remove Your Mask) because they are amazing, can't understand why they didn't put those tracks on the regular album
  4. arascic
    Feb 17, 2017
    8
    I had a tough time forming an opinion with this album. The riffs are good, energetic, nothing exceptional. The vocals remind me of Jack White a bit. There are some surprises harmonically, especially on "Happy Face" which really wouldn't be that good of a song if it weren't for the weird stoner-desert rock chorus. I also like the explosive start of "Best of a Bad Situation" and the 2nd halfI had a tough time forming an opinion with this album. The riffs are good, energetic, nothing exceptional. The vocals remind me of Jack White a bit. There are some surprises harmonically, especially on "Happy Face" which really wouldn't be that good of a song if it weren't for the weird stoner-desert rock chorus. I also like the explosive start of "Best of a Bad Situation" and the 2nd half of "Victorious" where Wolfmother spices things up with some fast paced riffing and rocking. The chorus of "Gypsy Caravan" reminds me of Jethro Tull a bit. Overall this is a nice rock album, you won't regret giving it a listen, you won't be blown away, but neither will you be disappointed.… Expand

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Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. No Ripcord
    Mar 9, 2016
    50
    Victorious is premium Wolfmother in places, and pretty much abominable in others.
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  2. Record Collector
    Feb 26, 2016
    60
    The overall impression is of vintage music given a modern snap and kept short and simple for maximum effect.
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  3. DIY Magazine
    Feb 23, 2016
    40
    It’s all too nice, too safe, and ultimately, too predictable.
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