Wet From Birth
by The Faint
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Billboard
    60
    Where the Faint falls short, though, is its lack of daring; even with the welcome addition of strings (apropos of its cinematic live show) and varying styles, "Wet From Birth" sounds contained and merely likeable.
  2. AllMusic
    60
    Even though Wet from Birth occasionally gets tripped up on its own ambitions, it still has its share of enjoyable tracks.
  3. Blender
    60
    Perspiration trumps inspiration, as madly sawing strings and short-circuiting robot bleeps compensate for the lack of hooks. [Oct 2004, p.120]
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  5. PopMatters
    60
    While uneven, the stronger tracks make this a worthwhile listen.
  6. Pitchfork
    55
    Their mistake is in forcing too many ideas into every possible second.
  7. Playlouder
    50
    It's a clever, chic and defiantly underground record, alright, but it's guilty of trying too hard when clearly it doesn't need to.

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. ChrisD
    Mar 23, 2007
    8
    I hope Pete B is aware that even if 'the bourgeoisie of all albums' was spelt right AND actually meant something, it would probably I hope Pete B is aware that even if 'the bourgeoisie of all albums' was spelt right AND actually meant something, it would probably be a bad thing, e.g. middle of the road or something. Which this album is not, luckily. I'd say not totally consistent, but mostly a great listen. Paranoiattack is particularly incredible. Kudos!… Full Review »
  2. PeteB
    Jan 30, 2007
    10
    This is a master piece. Cult classic. The Burgiosie of all albums. A MUST record to listen to. If you only ever listen to one ablum ever, This is a master piece. Cult classic. The Burgiosie of all albums. A MUST record to listen to. If you only ever listen to one ablum ever, this is the one!… Full Review »
  3. JustdarinJD
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    Amazing! You
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