23 is one of the more enjoyable musical experiences I have encountered this year. ...more
Lost At Sea
A delirious fever-dream of an album that continues to impress with each consecutive listen. ...more
PopMatters
“The Dress” incorporates a wide range of synthesized electronics—copious elsewhere on the release as well—which serves as an effective foil for the band’s formerly guitar-heavy approach; guest bassist Skuli ...more
musicOMH.com
The one-time protégés of Sonic Youth drummer Steve Shelley return with 23, their seventh studio album and second on 4AD. The label's influence is easy to hear and the more ethereal melodies they've recently moved towards suit Kazu ...more
Boston Globe
"23" furthers the group's recent fascination with a sleeker presentation that favors sheen over squall. ...more
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Sputnikmusic
23 has a lack of contrast, and that is really its only flaw. ...more
musicOMH.com
It's a testament to their talent that by their seventh album they're still continuing to develop and reinvent themselves. ...more
The Phoenix
There's a supernatural spell of sorts woven through the songs on the new Blonde Redhead album. The New York based trio's seventh album is a weirdly entrancing collection of polished electronics and acoustic-guitar riffs layered ...more
No Ripcord
It's mostly a collection of decent tunes, polished to a blinding sheen. ...more
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