[7][8] Andrew Hickey from Beat Magazine said "This Was Tomorrow finds Melbourne rising star Seth Sentry looking at society and his place in it.

The relatable rapper takes us through a typical day, introducing the listener to many of the album's running themes on opening cut 'Campfire'.

On album stand-out 'My Scene' he tells outlandish yet believable tales about trying to fit into social groups."

Hickey concluded saying "This Was Tomorrow is a triumph and easily one of Australia's finest hip hop releases in 2012.

"[9] Chris Yates from The Music said "This Was Tomorrow is a landmark Australian hip hop record.