Words And Music by Saint Etienne

Pitchfork 7.8/10 The English electronic pop band's first proper album since 2005 is a sterling affirmation that relating music to your life doesn't have to grow more difficult as you get older.

The Line of Best Fit 7/10 An austere document from these stylish synthpop figureheads; intelligent and enjoyable, but one for a certain mood, to soundtrack time spent alone.

DIY 4/5 Saint Etienne’s own unique take on what pop means.

Under The Radar 6.0/10 London's Saint Etienne may not appreciate the following allegory, so I'll offer my profuse apologies in advance.

Clash 6/10 Over twenty years on the clock for Saint Etienne and, having been absorbed in various distractions for the last seven of those, here is album number eight.

The Guardian 4/5 <p><strong>Alexis Petridis</strong>: Is pop music something you grow up and grow out of? No way, say Saint&nbsp;Etienne – time just&nbsp;adds to its power</p>