"These are songs of wasted time, busted love and sadness, with an understanding that life goes on. For every sad line there is a hopeful phrase. This is all wrapped in buoyant pop and dreamy ballads anchored by singer Matthew Caws' voice, which is fragile without being maudlin."  (Houston Chronicle)

"Critics who swooned over 2003's sad and haunting Let Go have been waiting to see whether Nada Surf can deliver a worthy sequel. The Weight, the 10-year-old New York indie-pop trio's third full studio album, is a gift indeed. Its tight, catchy pop tunes gleam with emotional verve, harmonies and smartly crafted melodies. Matthew Caws' lyrics have both mystery and a universal touch."  (USA Today)

"(****) A dynamic, emotional pop record"  (Playboy)

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