They evoke the musical essence of various titans while achieving a wholly distinctive sound of their own. [7 Oct 2005, p.73]
91
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY:
They evoke the musical essence of various titans while achieving a wholly distinctive sound of their own. [7 Oct 2005, p.73]
91
Spin:
In spite of all their stony sonic exploration, they never let Z turn into Zzzz. [Oct 2005, p.133]
90
Billboard:
A bold leap forward. [8 Oct 2005]
90
Uncut:
[A] triumphant resurrection. [Nov 2005, p.96]
90
New Musical Express:
By balancing progression with consolidation, technology with tradition, MMJ have created a work of stunningly expansive ambition. [15 Oct 2005, p.36]
90
Billboard:
A bold leap forward. [8 Oct 2005]
88
LOS ANGELES TIMES:
"Z" moves away from the more overt Band and "The Notorious Byrd Brothers" references, closer to a convergence of Who-like playfulness and drive with R.E.M. mystery. [2 Oct 2005]
88
LOS ANGELES TIMES:
"Z" moves away from the more overt Band and "The Notorious Byrd Brothers" references, closer to a convergence of Who-like playfulness and drive with R.E.M. mystery. [2 Oct 2005]
80
ROLLING STONE:
There is an emphasis on keyboards, in pulse and architecture, that adds buoyancy and color to James' writing and flatters his keening, stratospheric tenor.
