Entertainment Weekly - "[W]ith familiar guitar riffs and romantic lyrics that summon the spirit of '66....[They] manage to capture a bit of their idols' effusive energy." -- Grade: B+

Q (Magazine) (p.128) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "KONK is the perfect example of the modern indie record: bright, breezy...enjoyable to jump around to."

Mojo (Publisher) (p.112) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "[T]heir spontaneous energy would improve anybody's day. The thrill bursts from the two guitars..."

Paste (magazine) (p.56) - "[The] quartet wears its wild-eyed energy and pop craftsmanship on its sleeves....Singer/guitarist Luke Pritchard demonstrates a remarkable ear for bouncy and bittersweet melodies..."

Clash (magazine) (p.109) - "While still revelling in the throes of youth, KONK is a compelling advancement from The Kooks, and restores your faith in British pop."