There is a charm in this genre of music that I find difficult to replicate. It's feel as definite as Loveless for shoegaze and Dark Side of The Moon for Pink Floyd. There is something so distinct about these two project that is deemed 'essential' for both of their respective categories.

I feel the same with this project. I first heard TAAS' The Golden Band before this one and was impressed, but not too satisfied. I felt there was a dampness in the project that lulled the ... read more

This project is a joy fest

I was always torn between when I should listen to this album. I knew, from it's appearances in an eclectic range of media, that this album was fantastic. It's art had already become instantly recognizable before I ever listened, in fact.

Yet, in a moment where a catharsis felt necessary, I picked this up.

Thank god for that! This record has been applauded for what seems like forever and I'm not going to halt that. Mangum is a fantastic songwriter, with a diverse range of ... read more

Oh what a contrast you were, to the brutes in the halls!

I discovered how important The Shins were when I first heard 'Turn A Square' via Instagram. The hook was so simple, the melody did challenge me but in a strange, nervous way. This energy is found, discarded, reignited and calmed throughout this whole project. James Mercer serves as a reminder to us all that pop music is pop music because of its infectiousness. Whether you search wholeheartedly for the intricacies in every ... read more

mostly boring

Traffic continue to increase their eclectic palette as a band, whilst also continuing the blues/psyrock that made their previous efforts great. This is easily their most complete, while skinny, album.

wow

A few fantastic compositions here but leaves no space, which comes as a detriment

up the hill backwards n ashes to ashes just simply generational songwriting miss ya david

couple of the tracks on here really derail the quality that is, elsewhere, fantastic. I mean Peanuts, Be My Girl and Mosako Tanga. It has Roxanne. Plus one point to the blondies over ther

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Why is this so badly rated? Personally, this album showcases a lot of what makes STP one of the most attractive groups of the 90s. This album, while tacky at times, is mostly full of colour and nuance. Scott Weiland's vocals are consistently engaging and introspective whilst remaining playful. There are some fantastic hooks from both Dean and Robert DeLeo. Dean DeLeo remains a heavy yet layered guitarist, with cuts of softness on both the acoustic and electric guitar. Robert DeLeo is a ... read more

oh yes !

first track is fantastic

This is fun! Collection of great tracks and introspective monologues. some of the editing is annoying tho

Omg pop!

Boring

a testament to how important these three men are to the world of psychedelic rock

enjoyed this through the lens of the free design - highly recommend

only just better than sibylle baier