Ships
by Danielson
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. PopMatters
    60
    It’s awfully tough to categorize Smith’s songs, which make for adventurous sailing over rough seas.
  2. Uncut
    60
    These rattling songs... feel like disturbing European fairy tales. [Jun 2006, p.97]
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  3. Spin
    60
    Smith sounds less joyful than usual, unable to reconcile religious faith with everyday hope. [Jun 2006, p.79]
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  5. Mojo
    60
    Its music holds a refreshingly naive (if ridiculous) charm. [Jun 2006, p.110]
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User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 25
  3. Negative: 2 out of 25
  1. KatieH
    May 11, 2009
    10
    Incredible album.
  2. AlexP
    Jan 12, 2008
    6
    I know it's an acquired taste. I just haven't acquired it yet. Worth at least one listen.
  3. DavidF
    Jan 11, 2008
    8
    Pleasant.
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