The Best Little Secrets Are Kept
by Louis XIV
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Mar 22, 2005
User Score
6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 48 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 48
  3. Negative: 15 out of 48

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  1. steviep
    Apr 14, 2005
    8
    Its modern bowie and who could'nt love that
  2. DG
    Apr 7, 2005
    0
    Crap!
  3. DavidM
    May 5, 2005
    8
    It's fun, it's sharp guitars circa glam period, and they're funny....so, it's rock n roll.......more songs like paper doll, and they get a ten.......
  4. SoupTinkle
    Jun 5, 2005
    0
    This is the single worst album I have ever heard.
  5. B
    Oct 9, 2007
    9
    Sexy album, sleazy lyrics, catchy hooks. I don't understand how anyone could call this predictable; I've been listening to this album for 2 weeks or so and I'm still somewhat surprised by some of the changes. I can't wait for the new album! If it wasn't for track 9 I would give this a 10.
  6. LisaH
    Apr 8, 2005
    8
    I liked this. It's fun and campy, juxtaposing addictive, catchy tunes with some hilariously sleazy lyrics. Don't really like the last two songs, though, but good overall.
  7. Dan
    Apr 8, 2005
    7
    It provides you with what you could expect from a band like this. Great energized songs, not much depth, but still fun, and a good rock album.
  8. Kierewieb
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    Original? Not really...but hey, what is these days? I just like it a lot!
  9. jaecha
    Jun 8, 2005
    0
    The Strokes revitalized a style of music that seems to be one of the common trend these days. However, unlike Louis whatever, they did it with originality and sincerity. You do not have to go past the first song on this **** record to see through these fake ass piece of ****. Since indie rock or whatever you want to label it seems to be trendy as the outfits these clowns wear, it is The Strokes revitalized a style of music that seems to be one of the common trend these days. However, unlike Louis whatever, they did it with originality and sincerity. You do not have to go past the first song on this **** record to see through these fake ass piece of ****. Since indie rock or whatever you want to label it seems to be trendy as the outfits these clowns wear, it is inevitable that we will see more *** bands like Louis whatever.… Expand
  10. RGirl
    Jul 12, 2005
    9
    Take it easy, it's just a bit of fun. Not life changing but definitely life enhancing all out cock/tit rock. Cathc 'em live to see what the fuss is about.
  11. SudS
    Jul 7, 2005
    9
    Sure the rock is derivitive of every single glam rock band of the past couple of decades but so what? Revile in the albums over the top and overtly raunchy lyrics. It's mindless dirty fun with decent pacing and guitar hooks.
  12. EricC.
    Feb 2, 2008
    0
    Pitchfork blows these guys to ugly little bits, and they absolutely deserve it. Ripping off good bands doesn't make you a good band. It just makes you a shameless ripoff. Being shamelessly horny all the time doesn't help either. They want your respect so bad, but don't give it to them. They suck and have no idea what good rock music is, only how to copy it.
  13. SplashM
    Dec 28, 2005
    8
    There wasn't anything as dirty or as fun as this album in a long long time. The snotty vocals and sexy groove of Luis XIV is exactly what has been missing from Rock & Roll for so long. They take what the Stones & the Pretty Things did and just run away with it. This is the album that many bands want to record but just can't!
  14. BrianH
    Oct 6, 2005
    8
    C'mon. If this CD isn't doesn't have you grinning and singing along, there's definitely something wrong.
  15. EB
    Apr 14, 2005
    8
    I didn't know if I was going to like this CD, but it's surprisingly good. What sets them apart from the New Wavers and post-punkers is that one gets the impression that this band really doesn't take itself seriously. There's lots of cheekiness throughout. It's quite entertaining, actually. Oh...and I bought Bloc Party's album, and liked that, too (it's I didn't know if I was going to like this CD, but it's surprisingly good. What sets them apart from the New Wavers and post-punkers is that one gets the impression that this band really doesn't take itself seriously. There's lots of cheekiness throughout. It's quite entertaining, actually. Oh...and I bought Bloc Party's album, and liked that, too (it's actually my favorite of the year, so far). But I also happened to like this one.… Expand
  16. jof
    Apr 24, 2005
    8
    amazin sound, amazin lyrics... these are guys are very creative...
  17. Sean
    Apr 6, 2005
    1
    this album is stupid
  18. JohnR
    Apr 6, 2005
    1
    Weeeeeeak! Predictable and incredibly irritating to listen to...Last time I trust advice of a friend who "knows" music. :P
  19. dennisb
    Apr 8, 2005
    9
    Predictable?!? You have to be kidding me. This album has more unpredictable twists & turns from song to song than a six flags rollercoaster on a moonless night. The one consistency throughout is that it never loses it's sense of fun. If you're a death-rocker who craves musical angst, or you're dumb enough to think radiohead is the second coming of christ, you might not like Predictable?!? You have to be kidding me. This album has more unpredictable twists & turns from song to song than a six flags rollercoaster on a moonless night. The one consistency throughout is that it never loses it's sense of fun. If you're a death-rocker who craves musical angst, or you're dumb enough to think radiohead is the second coming of christ, you might not like this CD because it won't make you angry or suicidal. Otherwise, turn it up, stomp your feet, and have fun.… Expand
  20. SteveN
    Apr 8, 2005
    10
    I bought this CD about week ago and I can't stop playing it.This band is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!
  21. BK
    May 18, 2005
    1
    It's not often an album comes out that generates such a huge negative reaction from me, but this one certainly does. It's derivative, hollow and full of irritating and unearned faux-rock-star swagger. The only reason I didn't give this a 0 is because it's kinda fun to wallow in my intense hatred of this pile of garbage album. Look ma! I hate it even more than I did the It's not often an album comes out that generates such a huge negative reaction from me, but this one certainly does. It's derivative, hollow and full of irritating and unearned faux-rock-star swagger. The only reason I didn't give this a 0 is because it's kinda fun to wallow in my intense hatred of this pile of garbage album. Look ma! I hate it even more than I did the first time I listened to it.… Expand
  22. Mr.P
    Jun 10, 2005
    8
    It took me a while. At first I thought it was kind of irritating how crude some of his lyrics are. Then slowly I began to become engulfed in the cockiness and swagger he delivers. I didn't give it above a 10 just because some songs are not great (ie, Ball of Twine) although it's growing on me... almost Kings of Leon style. Good strong music and for a relatively unknown band this It took me a while. At first I thought it was kind of irritating how crude some of his lyrics are. Then slowly I began to become engulfed in the cockiness and swagger he delivers. I didn't give it above a 10 just because some songs are not great (ie, Ball of Twine) although it's growing on me... almost Kings of Leon style. Good strong music and for a relatively unknown band this CD delivers. Also, download "Grand Apartment" by them. It's phenomenal.… Expand
  23. wazsie
    Jul 29, 2005
    7
    I got so flamed by one of my best friends for liking this. Yes its derivative, hell they basically steal a whole genre of music. But come on, there has been no paradigm shift in music in the last 30 years, it
  24. whazat
    Sep 1, 2005
    1
    Where's pitchfork's highly amusing review on here?
  25. ErinA
    Sep 25, 2005
    10
    This CD is always in my CD player!!! I never had a favorite band intill i was introduced to Luis XIV. I am in Love!!!!
  26. robbyh
    Nov 9, 2006
    9
    This cd is so damn good it's cool to hear something that is not over produced like say my chemical romance
  27. dylanl
    Feb 8, 2006
    10
    the best "smaller" groups ever they will hit it big soon good from song 1 tell 10
  28. danilel
    Feb 8, 2006
    10
    kik ass cd
  29. jimmyt
    Mar 12, 2006
    3
    I agree with wha zat, Pitchfork's review of this CD is CLASSIC. Please put it up on the site.
  30. DD
    Feb 12, 2008
    9
    Some people just don't get it...
  31. DennisD
    Nov 11, 2005
    8
    definitely derivative, but what isn't? this is a fun cd, and catchy as hell... with an attitude that makes me think these guys could care less what I think
  32. ss
    Apr 13, 2005
    2
    Look, do me a favour. If you're looking for "fun" music, or "stuff you can dance to", invest in the CDs by Bloc Party, Franz Ferdinand, M.I.A, or LCD Soundsystem. Heck, I'd even recommend the Killers before this one. But don't try to justify purchasing such a tasteless, unoriginal, shameless rip-off, bandwagon-jumping fraud of a record by saying "it's fun". Okay, so Look, do me a favour. If you're looking for "fun" music, or "stuff you can dance to", invest in the CDs by Bloc Party, Franz Ferdinand, M.I.A, or LCD Soundsystem. Heck, I'd even recommend the Killers before this one. But don't try to justify purchasing such a tasteless, unoriginal, shameless rip-off, bandwagon-jumping fraud of a record by saying "it's fun". Okay, so it's not that terrible. But it's really not worth the money. Attitude wise, they try too hard; musically, they don't bother trying at all.… Expand
  33. Karolina
    Apr 17, 2005
    10
    wonderfully delicious.
  34. carlos
    May 16, 2005
    8
    good way of mking music, good beats.
  35. LuisI
    Jul 28, 2005
    1
    sucks
  36. MackieM
    Jan 25, 2008
    10
    If I could pick 11 I would. This band is the best thing to happen to music since the sex pistols. And P.S. Jason Hill touched my arm after the concert tonite.

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#97 Most Discussed Album of 2005

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Metascore
62

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 18
  3. Negative: 2 out of 18
  1. AllMusic
    80
    The Best Little Secrets Are Kept is loaded with a raft of inspired songs that burst out of your speakers like they were on fire, mixing the sparkle of the best glam rock, the low-down crunch of the best of classic rock bands like the Stones, and the direct lyrical approach of poets like David Lee Roth or... Bon Scott.
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  2. Alternative Press
    20
    Pathetic. [Jul 2005, p.182]
  3. E! Online
    83
    Best Little Secrets Are Kept pays homage to the fairer gender with punchy glam-rock guitars, winking double entendres and Hill's swaggering Rocky Horror Picture Show-style vocals.
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