Stephen Thomas Erlewine's review: "one of the cornerstone albums of new wave, bristling with energy, revamped surf-rock and girl-group hooks, and an intoxicating sense of fun." 4.5 stars.

Jon Parales' review: "Their songs, mostly written or cowritten by guitarist Charlotte Caffey, provide a quick course in power pop. They balance repetition and surprise, long vocal lines and countermelodies, against choppy fills." 4 stars.