Review of Arcade Fire - The Reflektor Tapes (2015) by James W — 26 Dec 2015

I don't mind their music, but holy hell this band thinks they're far more essential than they actually are.

This review of Arcade Fire - The Reflektor Tapes (2015) was written by James W on 26 Dec 2015.

Arcade Fire - The Reflektor Tapes has generally received mixed reviews.

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