National Anthem Of Nowhere
by Apostle Of Hustle
Metascore
68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. AllMusic
    60
    Unfortunately, the times the band steps into more lighthearted -- at least musically -- territory are not nearly as successful.
  2. Under The Radar
    60
    A decent—but not quite perfect—pop album. [#17, p.90]
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  3. Stylus Magazine
    58
    National Anthem, is monochrome and even somewhat sterile, characteristics often overcome by Whiteman’s increasingly excellent craftsmanship.
  5. The A.V. Club
    58
    National Anthem Of Nowhere is intermittently compelling, but it's more often disjointed and unduly harsh.
  6. Tiny Mix Tapes
    50
    I think a big part of the problem is the singing. The lyrics are alternately cloying and curious, and they’re sung in a pretty and formal manner.
  7. Austin Chronicle
    40
    Apostle of Hustle loses focus halfway through.

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User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. NatashaE
    Apr 6, 2007
    7
    Some great beats and interesting instrumentation, but overall few songs have either teeth or heart.
  2. jaym
    Mar 12, 2007
    9
    8.5, definately stronger than BSS's last album. Great album, alot better overall than their debut which was a bit out there and slow 8.5, definately stronger than BSS's last album. Great album, alot better overall than their debut which was a bit out there and slow (with a few really really good songs). Arts and Crafts for the most part can't miss.… Full Review »
  3. quixotic
    Mar 12, 2007
    7
    Richer and wilder than his first album, still a little too repetitive as you reach the end of the experience. Some of the songs create very Richer and wilder than his first album, still a little too repetitive as you reach the end of the experience. Some of the songs create very cinematic atmospheres, like a weird and hypnotic roadmovie soundtrack.… Full Review »
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