Steven McDonald's review: "It's not that's it's a bad album. It's just nowhere near as good as it could - and should - have been." 3 stars.

CMJ review: "Hutchence and Co. once again reveal why they are the Australian kings of dance-rock, moving in these grooves with a touch of funk and some incessant hooks that should add some much-needed spice to the mainstream."

Paul Evans' review: "But more so than any previous INXS album, X is greater than the sum of its parts. It defines the band and clarifies the fullness of its appeal." 4 stars.