The monument was the site of one of the tragic World War II episodes, when about 300 desperate Serb peasants armed only with pitchforks, died attacking the Ustasha Militia at the top of the mountain, during breakthrough of the enemy ring in 1942.
The monument is a symbol of suffering and heroic struggle for most of the Serbian population in this region, who, starting in the spring of 1941, had been the subject of Ustasha crimes and genocide.
[7] Ian Cohen of Pitchfork gave the album a favorable review, stating, "Combined with an expert use of space rare for such a lo-fi record, UMO manages a unique immersive and psychedelic quality without relying on the usual array of bong-ripping effects.
"[15] Neil Condron of NME praised the album, stating, "Unknown Mortal Orchestra is almost unwillingly accomplished, a scruffy blend of shuffling funk and psych nostalgia that feels a lot more right than it should.
Even the Dictaphone-style production works, giving this debut a Haunted Graffiti-esque mugginess, clipping the claws of the guitar hooks.
The Mint Chicks were a decent band, but with Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Ruban Nielson is onto something a lot more interesting and fun.
"[8] Wilson McBee of Prefix Magazine gave the album a favorable review, stating, "Unknown Mortal Orchestra has produced the rare indie pop record that seizes you on the first listen but also rewards repeated playing.
The veil in front of Nielson's identity may have been removed, but plenty of mystery and excitement awaits anyone digging into his strange, rich music.
"[17] Dylan Nelson of PopMatters was more critical of the album, stating, "Unknown Mortal Orchestra is an ambitious debut, there can be no doubt about that.
No matter how curious or inviting the artifacts, after too long, even record collectors’ ideal junkshop will give them toxic shock.