Slick Dogs And Ponies
by Louis XIV
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Jan 29, 2008
User Score
5.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 34
  3. Negative: 13 out of 34

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  1. nathanbo
    Jun 2, 2015
    0
    Louis XIV has redefined the "hate it or love it" atmosphere with their 3rd studio album. There are parts that I loe and there are parts I absolutely hate. If I loved some parts you are probably wondering about my score, but let me tell you when it gets bad it gets BAD. I am a sucker for rock ballads and I think Louis XIV has done a pretty good job changing their sound. Now when listeningLouis XIV has redefined the "hate it or love it" atmosphere with their 3rd studio album. There are parts that I loe and there are parts I absolutely hate. If I loved some parts you are probably wondering about my score, but let me tell you when it gets bad it gets BAD. I am a sucker for rock ballads and I think Louis XIV has done a pretty good job changing their sound. Now when listening to this effort you would think that misguided sheep have better direction than these guys. Their stoner rock sounds feels overblown and the music almost sounds like they are covering themselves. The underground indie roots of most of their music is just watered down like Kool-Aid without sugar. Sometimes you just want to stab your eardrums while listening to this other times you want to write apology letters to whoever actually spent money buying this. The music ranges from ear bleedingly awful to slightly above average and it is hardly ever the latter. The is not what you expect expect from San Diego rockers as it reminds me more of Sick Dogs than anything else.… Expand
  2. JWest
    Apr 2, 2008
    3
    I wouldn't agree with the piece of shit comment but it is a pretty bad attempt at jumping on the Jet bandwagon. I loved Air Traffic Control which is what made me buy it. However, after several tries, I have failed to understand how an American band can sound so British. Most of it sucks. I would recommend downloading ATC from Itunes or something and saving your money.
  3. KyleF
    Feb 13, 2008
    10
    Kyle Funks gay, white power.
  4. Brennan
    Feb 24, 2008
    3
    I agree that this album was a huge let-down compared to the freshness and energy they displayed on their debut album.
  5. RoseS.
    Mar 7, 2008
    9
    I loved their first album, and I think "Slick Dogs and Ponies" is a fantastic album. I don't understand all the hate some of these people are spewing, but it's completely uncalled for. It's just good fun...people need to lighten up.
  6. KrestS.
    Mar 7, 2008
    0
    This is one of the worst albums I've ever heard. The only people who would defend it, don't want to admit they wasted their money on this awful album.
  7. PerroL.
    Feb 13, 2008
    10
    The album is great.
  8. SemolinaP.
    Feb 14, 2008
    2
    Absolutely awful. After the remarkably brilliant tone of their first album, this feels forced, disingenuous and completely flat. One or 2 songs almost catch your ear but this band has either sold out, or traded their bravado for estrogen pills *yack*. Stop trying to change with the times and do what you are good at...
  9. Kiru
    Feb 22, 2008
    8
    What the hell is up with the rating? Seriously, this one doesn't deserve it.
  10. JimmyT.
    Feb 23, 2008
    10
    Best album of the 2000's
  11. AdamMacD.
    Mar 22, 2008
    10
    I cannot understand why more people aren't blown away by this record. It has revealed an evolution in the band, a prgression from sexy flirtatiousness to a lovely dirty, sexy cynicism that retains the flavour of the previous record, while taking a huge (but successful) gamble in a different direction. The strings arrangements are brilliant as well, and further demonstrate the chops I cannot understand why more people aren't blown away by this record. It has revealed an evolution in the band, a prgression from sexy flirtatiousness to a lovely dirty, sexy cynicism that retains the flavour of the previous record, while taking a huge (but successful) gamble in a different direction. The strings arrangements are brilliant as well, and further demonstrate the chops these fine young gentlemen possess, and as is brashly evident in their live performances.… Expand
  12. JoeyBagofDonuts
    Mar 29, 2008
    10
    This is a great album.
  13. JimmyJ.
    Mar 5, 2008
    1
    Utter Shite. A one trick pony should stick to what they know best, and that's not saying a lot. Biggest dissapointment of 2008 so far.
  14. LennyF.
    Mar 6, 2008
    8
    I love this band. It's rock n roll. All sleaze and decadence. What do the critics not understand about that?
  15. DickW.
    Feb 14, 2008
    0
    This is hands down the worst music piece ever! it was so bad it gave me cancer and made my ears bleed!
  16. MyturB.
    Feb 14, 2008
    0
    The CD made me feel like a piece of shit wrapped in tin foil! I would rather be molested as a child by Micheal Jackson then ever listen to this CD again.
  17. MichaelM.
    Feb 14, 2008
    9
    while not as good as their first, this album still becomes great after a few listens. sometimes you just want to, what an awesome track.
  18. WarrenM
    Feb 19, 2008
    10
    This is much better than their first album - I can't understand all the poor reviews. It's consistently tuneful and exciting. I guess that's it's downfall for all those who prefer their "indie rock" to be a tuneless, pretentious, overlong mess....
  19. JohnL.
    Feb 23, 2008
    0
    It still makes me laugh!!!!!!!!
  20. MarcusB.
    Feb 27, 2008
    6
    Not as good as their debut, but I still enjoyed it. They certainly sound like they're going for a more radio-friendly sound; it's unfortunate, but a few great songs make up for the stinkers.
  21. JasonT.
    Mar 27, 2008
    8
    I normally listen to hip-hop but I went to Chicago to see my cousin perform in his band (What Made Milwaukee Famous)...these guys sounded great live and I think it deserves at least a 6 or 7
  22. Hazzerman
    Aug 31, 2018
    10
    I found this cd in a bin in a goodwill and grabbed it because I though it looked kinda cool. Lo and behold, I found one of the best albums OF ALL TIME by sheer accident. How much other music is out there that no one knows about?

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#85 Most Discussed Album of 2008

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
37

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 10
  3. Negative: 4 out of 10
  1. Hartford Courant
    40
    The San Diego rockers haven’t completely reined in their runaway libidos on Slick Dogs and Ponies, but they stray from the devilish attitude that made their brazen dirty talk such a riot.
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  2. Pitchfork
    25
    The slightly more dynamic Louis XIV only give you testosterone-fueled rock at its least appealing extremes: heedless lust or, arguably even more repulsive, cheesy balladry.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    40
    There's still too much of Brian Karscig's ultracampy 'Big Balls'--style vocals, and it sometimes feels like these guys have confused expanding their range with finding new sources to rip off.
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