Encyclopedia

Pitchfork 5.9/10 Three years after the Drums' so-so second album Portamento, Encyclopedia makes much stronger overtures to the band's thinning crowd. It’s a weirdly charming album: the Drums succeed on their own terms, but their terms never change, they just try harder.

The Line of Best Fit 7/10 The Brooklyn now-twosome seek reinvention, honesty and hope on their first record in three years

DIY 2/5 The use of more electronic instrumentation is both what separates ‘Encyclopaedia’ from its forebears and also what makes it somewhat disappointing.

Under The Radar 8.0/10 The third record is the proving ground. Great debuts are a dime a dozen and surpassing the sophomore slump is an impressive feat, but the third time's the charm for a reason.

Clash 6/10 Album review: The Drums - Encyclopedia. Sunshine melodies, so long…