The album received critical acclaim from several sources including underground music distribution company Smartpunk, who lauded the band's style:[citation needed] Thirteen songs of swelling love and bear-like strength.

A stunning first step from this San Diego band destined for greatness.

Gigantic guitar hooks and earth-shattering drum work seem to burst through a cloud of smoke, all while the vocalist provides a hefty dose of eclectic melodies with lyrics that harkens back to a bygone psychedelic era.

With equal parts prog-rock and symphonic guitar ambience, "American Art" makes an undeniable statement.

The Alternative Press magazine, which gave the album ⁠4+1/2⁠ stars, raved that the record would, "...change your life, if you let it.