Jawbox Jawbox

"[T]his self-titled swan song found the Washington D.C. math-rock band branching out as songwriters while maintaining the angular fury for which they were loved and respected."
4 (out of 5) - "...They've peaked here, synthesizing the disparate elements that make them kings and queen of all things post-punk: pop/hardcore, harmony/dissonance, joy/angst. The resulting thunderclap is the band's most unified moment since 1991's GRIPPE..."
RIP (10/96, p.70) - 4 (out of 5) - "...[JAWBOX] is a masterful piece of work--it's passionately vital and brainy at the same time....It's an aural adventure with staying power, and one of the most satisfying albums of '96."
7 (out of 10) - "...Where once there was much shouting and earnest gnashing of teeth...now there is harmony, there is play in an enclosed space....as Jawbox take to their newly found noise pop heels, this can confidently be said to be a most groovy sound indeed."
Pitchfork (Website) - "'His Only Trade' churns as thrillingly as 'Jackpot Plus!' from SWEETHEART, with Robbins' fiery vocal performance matching the urgent lyrics..."